Guillermo del Toro

Guillermo del Toro, born 9 October 1964 in Guadalajara, Mexico, is a director, writer, and producer who initially trained in special effects makeup before making his directorial debut with Cronos in 1993. His films often explore themes of monsters, fantasy, and historical trauma, frequently set against contexts of war or social upheaval. Notable works include The Devil's Backbone (2001), Pan's Labyrinth (2006), Blade II (2002), Hellboy (2004), Pacific Rim (2013), The Shape of Water (2017), and Frankenstein (2025).