The Shape of Water
Overview
The Shape of Water is a 2017 romantic fantasy drama film directed by Guillermo del Toro, set in Baltimore in 1962. The film stars Sally Hawkins as Elisa Esposito, a mute, lonely woman who works as a cleaner at a top-secret government laboratory. She falls in love with a mysterious, amphibious creature (Doug Jones) that is being held captive at the lab. The film is a beautiful, magical, and deeply romantic fairy tale for adults. It was a critical and commercial success, earning over $195 million on a $19 million budget. The film was nominated for thirteen Academy Awards, winning four for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Score, and Best Production Design. Sally Hawkins gives a powerful, wordless performance as Elisa. The film is a masterpiece of fantasy filmmaking and a must-see for fans of del Toro. The film is a love letter to classic Hollywood musicals and monster movies.
