Loved it!

Rating: 9/10 (1 October 2018)

Just got out of the movie The Shape of Water. I must say this movie was not even on my radar for the year. I am completely blown away with how much I enjoyed it.
The movie is kind of a retelling of the creature from the black lagoon but with a romantic dark fairytale twist thrown in. The movie is expertly directed by Guillermo del Toro who really made a beautiful film. The movie is shot in a way that feels like a haunting dream.
The story is unique and truly entertaining. The setting perfectly captured the feel of 1960s America. The movie blended elements of horror, romance, drama together in a fresh manner.
The acting was also outstanding. Michael Shannon truly played a terrifying villian. The main actress was also great. The movie felt completely original in its execution. I liked near everything about it. Overall a 9 out of 10.