Guillermo del Toro is a Mexican director, producer, and screenwriter. He is well versed in horror and fantasy movies with emotional and thematic complexity.

Movies are one of the most versatile media content anyone could have because it encompasses different genres that tell stories in just one sitting. 

Fantasy, action, and animated films are some of the examples of genres films usually offer. But one genre, known as horror, also captures viewers' attention. This genre is the turf of Guillermo del Toro.

Watching movies is usually one of the activities being done during gatherings of families and friends. With the weekend fast approaching, why not spice up your home with screams and thrills with Guillermo del Toro's films.

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Best Movies of Mexican Director Guillermo del Toro

According to Britannica, Guillermo del Toro developed an interest in both films and horror stories as a child. His movies are surely one of the best choices during a horror-themed weekend get-together.

To help you decide which movie you should watch, here are the top Guillermo del Toro movies you need to see this weekend.

Crimson Peak

One of the most famous films that Guillermo del Toro made is the 2015 film "Crimson Peak." The story of this film revolves around a woman who married a mysterious man and took her to his mansion, according to Screen Rant.

If you are into a gothic romance with a twist of horror and thrill, this might be a good choice for your film showing.

Blade II

If you are into movies with vampires, then "Blade II" is right up your alley. Although you might have to watch the prequel of this film to understand the story better, "Blade II" is a film where Del Toro was able to inject his personality into the franchise, Variety noted.

According to Screen Rant, it was one of Del Toro's first blockbuster films. The said film centers around a hero teaming up with the vampires he has sworn to destroy as a new breed of vampire wreaked havoc in the story.

Hellboy

If you love action films so much, why not try watching "Hellboy." In this film, Del Toro showed that he is superior in playing with monsters as the film's main character. "Hellboy" is about a demon who works for the government. The film shows how the main character became triumphant in stopping the world's destruction.

The Shape of Water

A fish-monster love story? That is possible with Del Toro's "The Shape of Water." The film tells the story of a girl, played by Sally Hawkins, who befriends and falls in love with an aquatic beast that the government locks away in the 1960s. This film is the ultimate way of combining a love story and fantasy in an unusual way.

Pan's Labyrinth

Nothing is spookier than combing a child's dark fantasy and imagination, and this was evident in Guillermo del Toro's "Pan's Labyrinth."

"Pan's Labyrinth," tells a story of a girl who wishes to break free from her stepfather's rule. However, she must complete three tasks before going back to his father. The protagonist will encounter different challenges and several monster-like creatures in this film.

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Written by: Joshua Summers

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