Pan's Labyrinth (2006)

Pan's Labyrinth (2006)
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Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro returns to the phantasmagorical cinema that defined such early fare as Cronos and The Devil's Backbone with this haunting fantasy-drama set in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War and detailing the strange journeys of an imaginative young girl who may be the mythical princess of an underground kingdom. Her mother, Carmen (Ariadna Gil), recently remarried to sadistic army captain Vidal (Sergi López) and soon to bear the cruel military man's child, shy young Ofelia (Ivana Baquero) is forced to entertain herself as her recently-formed family settles into their new home nestled deep in the Spanish countryside. As Ofelia's bed-ridden mother lies immobilized in anticipation of her forthcoming child and her high-ranking stepfather remains determined to fulfill the orders of General Francisco Franco to crush a nearby guerilla uprising, the young girl soon ventures into an elaborate stone labyrinth presided over by the mythical faun Pan (Doug Jones). Convinced by Pan that she is the lost princess of legend and that in order to return to her underground home she must complete a trio of life-threatening tasks, Ofelia sets out to reclaim her kingdom and return to her grieving father as Vidal's housekeeper Mercedes (Maribel Verdú) and doctor (Alex Angulo) plot secretly on the surface to keep the revolution alive. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Ariadna GilIvana Baquero, (more)
Director(s):
Guillermo del Toro
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
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Synopsis of Pan's Labyrinth

Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro returns to the phantasmagorical cinema that defined such early fare as Cronos and The Devil's Backbone with this haunting fantasy-drama set in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War and detailing the strange journeys of an imaginative young girl who may be the mythical princess of an underground kingdom. Her mother, Carmen (Ariadna Gil), recently remarried to sadistic army captain Vidal (Sergi López) and soon to bear the cruel military man's child, shy young Ofelia (Ivana Baquero) is forced to entertain herself as her recently-formed family settles into their new home nestled deep in the Spanish countryside. As Ofelia's bed-ridden mother lies immobilized in anticipation of her forthcoming child and her high-ranking stepfather remains determined to fulfill the orders of General Francisco Franco to crush a nearby guerilla uprising, the young girl soon ventures into an elaborate stone labyrinth presided over by the mythical faun Pan (Doug Jones). Convinced by Pan that she is the lost princess of legend and that in order to return to her underground home she must complete a trio of life-threatening tasks, Ofelia sets out to reclaim her kingdom and return to her grieving father as Vidal's housekeeper Mercedes (Maribel Verdú) and doctor (Alex Angulo) plot secretly on the surface to keep the revolution alive. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
119 mins

Complete Cast of Pan's Labyrinth


Director(s):
Guillermo del Toro
Writer(s):
Guillermo del ToroCarmen Soriano
Producer(s):
Bertha NavarroFrida TorresblancoAlvaro Augustin
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Not For Children, Profanity, Graphic Violence, Adult Situations, Gore, War Violence)
Categories:
HorrorSci-Fi & Fantasy
Pan's Labyrinth Awards:
  • 2006 - Art Directors Guild - Best Art Direction in a Fantasy Film
  • 2006 - Austin Film Critics - Best Foreign Film
  • 2006 - Austin Film Critics - Best Original Screenplay
  • 2006 - Boston Society of Film Critics - Best Foreign Language Film
  • 2006 - Boston Society of Film Critics - Best Cinematography
  • 2006 - British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Best Makeup and Hair
  • 2006 - British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Best Costume Design
  • 2006 - British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Best Foreign Language Film
  • 2006 - British Academy of Film and Television Arts - Best Makeup and Hair
  • 2006 - Costume Guild Awards - Best Costumes in a Fantasy Film
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Special Effects
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Editing
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best New Actress
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Special Effects
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Original Screenplay
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Sound
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Special Effects
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Special Effects
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Cinematography
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Sound
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Special Effects
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Special Effects
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Makeup and Hair
  • 2006 - Goya Awards - Best Makeup and Hair
  • 2006 - Independent Spirit Awards - Best Cinematography
  • 2006 - Kansas City Film Critics Association - Outstanding Science Fiction, Fantasy or Horror Film
  • 2006 - Las Vegas Film Critics Association - Best Foreign Film
  • 2006 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Production Design
  • 2006 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Supporting Actor (Runner-up)
  • 2006 - National Society of Film Critics - Best Picture
  • 2006 - New York Film Critics Online - Best Foreign Language Film
  • 2006 - New York Film Critics Society - Best Cinematographer
  • 2006 - Oklahoma Film Critics Circle - Best Foreign Film
  • 2006 - Online Film Critics Association - Best Foreign Language Film
  • 2006 - Online Film Critics Association - Best Original Screenplay
  • 2006 - Online Film Critics Association - Best Original Screenplay
  • 2006 - Satellite Awards - Best Aminated or Mixed Media Film
  • 2006 - Southeastern Film Critics Association - Best Foreign Language Film
  • 2006 - Southeastern Film Critics Circle - Best Foreign Language Film
  • 2006 - Washington D.C. Film Critics Association - Best Foreign Film
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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Regina K.

Politics, science fiction and suspense are melded together in this story of a young girl trapped in the war of Franco in Spain. Entertaining and educating for those not aware of this time in Spain's recent history. Well played, with the horror of reality mixing into the challenge of the supernatural, with great characterizations. Kept us watching, and ending, as one may guess.

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KATHI M.

A great movie with a lot of hidden statements on brutal issues. Great special effects and character definement. Very bittersweet.

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Carolina L.

Officially on my favorites list. It melds the cold reality of the war seamlessly with Ofelia's fairy tale-inspired sanctuary. I'd say it's kind of dark for little kids, but it's a great great GREAT movie. Very well done, cinematography and graphics. The story is touching and bittersweet. This one I'd definitely rent again or, more likely, buy.

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