5 curiosities about Guillermo del Toro 🔍

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Here are 5 curiosities about Guillermo del Toro:




1- Guillermo del Toro has always had a passion for cinema and literature, and as a child he spent hours reading science fiction and horror books. He began writing his first stories at the age of 8, and by 15 he had already made his first short film.


2- Del Toro is known for his love of horror, fantasy, and Mexican folklore, which often influence his work. He has directed films such as "Hellboy" and "Pan's Labyrinth," both of which were critically acclaimed and awarded internationally.


3-  Del Toro is also a passionate collector of macabre and bizarre objects, such as doll graveyards, rare books, and newspaper articles on paranormal phenomena. He also has a collection of monster action figures and toys, which he has used as inspiration for his films.


4- In 2018, del Toro won the Academy Award for Best Director for the film "The Shape of Water," which also won the award for Best Picture. He was the first Latin American to win the award for Best Director.


5- Del Toro is also known for his social activism and support for various causes, such as the fight against racism and discrimination. He has also founded the "Guillermo del Toro Foundation," a non-profit organization that promotes literature and art in Mexico.

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