



If I told you about her, what would I say? That they lived happily ever after? I believe they did. That they were in love? That they remained in love?
The Shape of Water ⤘ Road to the Oscars ²/₁₃ | Best Cinematography
The final design of the creature is done with light. If I did not have a D.P. who understood that it wouldn’t work. Dan also understands it’s not just about key light, cross light, rim light, etcetera. He’s not technical; he’s emotional. I think all19 great cinematographers are emotional. A great cinematographer is like an orchestra conductor – he transmits emotion with light instead of musical notes.
– Guillermo del Toro

Guillermo del Toro speaking about his inspiration for the bathroom scene at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
i like that he felt like he had to specify that he didn’t fuck a monster