[One of] the most original and powerful filmmakers working today. --The Hollywood Reporter His distinctive creatures and otherwordly parables use the realms of fantasy to explore fundamental human issues such as love, alienation, weakness and, of course, fear... [He is] a master of monsters. --USA Today A cinematic magician who has never lost his childlike sense of wonder. --Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh in Associated Press He elevated gothic horror to art. . . . Bilingual, bicultural, multigenre, he has a voice that feels both fresh and ancient. --Entertainment Weekly [An] amazing writer and director. . . . Pan's Labyrinth places Mr. del Toro in the first rank of world filmmakers. --New York Times