Pan's Labyrinth

Spanish Film & Literature Workshop

• The workshop combines learning Spanish with Hispanic literature and film.

El Laberinto del Fauno (Pan's Labyrinth)

• A film and original story by Guillermo del Toro, released in 2006.
• The film combines a fairy tale world with the dark reality of war, set in post-Civil War Spain.
• The story follows 13-year-old Ofelia and her mother, Carmen, as they move to a small town to join Carmen's new husband, Captain Vidal.

Plot Summary

• Ofelia discovers a labyrinth and a faun, leading her on a magical adventure.
• The story explores themes of fantasy, allegory, and symbolism, set against the backdrop of war.

Guillermo del Toro

• A Mexican producer, novelist, and director, born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
• His work often blends dark themes with fantasy, resulting in an emotional and immersive experience for viewers.
• Awards include the BAFTA for Best Foreign Language Film and the Oscar for Best Makeup and Best Cinematography for Pan's Labyrinth.

Adaptation and Success

• In 2019, Guillermo del Toro and Cornelia Funke created a book based on the film, which received great success and sales.
• Guillermo del Toro's other notable works include The Shape of Water, Crimson Peak, and The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug.