The Shape of Water 2017
“A fairy tale for troubled times.”
What is The Shape of Water?
The Shape of Water is a 2017 film directed and produced by Guillermo del Toro, who co-wrote the screenplay with Vanessa Taylor. The film is set against the backdrop of Cold War era America, specifically in 1962.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 123 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 1, 2017
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Double Dare You, Fox Searchlight Pictures, Bull Productions
- Budget
- $19,500,000
- Revenue
- $195,300,000
- Genres
- Drama, Fantasy, Romance
- Updated
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Overview
The Shape of Water is a 2017 film directed and produced by Guillermo del Toro, who co-wrote the screenplay with Vanessa Taylor. The film is set against the backdrop of Cold War era America, specifically in 1962. The story revolves around a mute janitor working at a lab who falls in love with an amphibious man being held captive there. The janitor devises a plan to help the amphibious man escape. The film is classified as a period romantic dark fantasy. It was released in the United States on December 1, 2017, with a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes. The Shape of Water received a rating of R, indicating it is intended for mature audiences. The film's genre classification includes drama, fantasy, and romance.
Should you watch it?
“A mute janitor forms an unlikely bond with a captive amphibious creature during the Cold War.”
- unique premise
- atmospheric storytelling
- contains mature themes
Watch it if you enjoy dark fairy tales set in historical periods.
The film is rated R and contains mature content suitable for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the genre?
The film is a period romantic dark fantasy.
When is it set?
The story takes place in 1962 during the Cold War era.
Who directed the film?
Guillermo del Toro directed and produced the film.
How long is the film?
The runtime is two hours and three minutes.
What is the premise?
A mute janitor at a laboratory falls in love with a captive amphibious man and attempts to rescue him.