A terrific horror-fantasy

Rating: 10/10 (2 August 2008)

PAN'S LABYRINTH is one of the best fantasy films to come around in a long time. The story deals with a young girl, Ofelia, who in the midst of the war and rebellion in Spain uncovers an amazing and haunting world filled with strange creatures such as the Faun and Pale Man (both played wonderfully by Doug Jones).
What gives the movie the its strength is that unique mixture of reality and fantasy. Ofelia's world blends the harsh realities of war and violence with the joy, wonderment and fright of fantasies and lets the audience interpret for themselves what is truly going on.
Everything with PAN'S LABYRINTH is top notch from Guillermo del Toro's artistic direction to the terrific acting and beautiful make up and set design. This is an incredible movie and anyone who enjoys fantasy, horror, foreign or drama films will probably love it. 10 out of 10.