pan's labyrinth

que · 20th November 2006, 11:52 PM

Looks like this could be a good film, and something to help the Spanish. Jonathan Ross gave it a good review:

http://www.panslabyrinth.com/

Check it out. Unfortunately the trailer doesnt contain any Spanish! They've edited in away that no dialog needs to be used.

omeyas · 21st November 2006, 08:42 AM

I never watch films and would never have heard about it, but someone was interviewing De Torres on the radio whist I was driving around in the car, and they seemed full of it. Some reviewer reckoned it's the best film of the year, by miles. and enthused about the acting of the 12 (??) year old girl. Certainly doesn't sound like my type of film though! People with eyes in their hands, lost soul of a princess etc!

rod · 29th November 2006, 11:49 PM

Just got back from seeing this at the cinema this evening. Its absolutely superb!!!! Normally, I'd run a mile from fantasy films but the unique thing about this film is the way that the fairy story bit is woven into a very realistic narrative about the aftermath of the guerra civil. Superb acting performances all round, great special effects and direction, completely unique. Go see (except if you're very squeamish).

Jules · 30th November 2006, 08:11 AM

Guillermo de Toro, the director & screenplay writer of the film (El Laberinto del Fauno) was part of the production team in Amorres Perros & Y tu mama tambien - both superb Mexican films - this on its own is enough incentive to go see it.

thismortalcoil · 30th November 2006, 11:16 PM

I completely agree with Rod...it is a GREAT movie! And I normally hate fantasy-type stuff, but this was really spellbinding. I saw the original Spanish version "El Laberinto del Fauno."

timg · 4th December 2006, 09:37 AM

Really enjoyed this film. In our local cinema (a Cineworld in the UK), it was shown via digital projection, and the picture was pin sharp. I often find child actors quite painful in films, but the lead girl was excellent. Another interesting observation - most other Spanish-language films we see there tend to have a mainly hispanic audience, but this time I didn't hear a single Spanish voice.

que · 4th December 2006, 09:53 AM

I saw this film last night.
i agree with mortalcoil, im not usually a fan of fantasy type films, but i did enjoy this one.

I also noticed that the Spanish they used was different. Probably matching the time it was set in.

If you havent seen it, its worth a watch

timg · 4th December 2006, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by que

I also noticed that the Spanish they used was different. Probably matching the time it was set in.

Certainly it seemed that the faun was using older-style Spanish (vuestra merced - type usage), I guess to give it an ancient other-world feel.

ValenciaSon · 6th December 2006, 03:53 AM

I think I will have to catch this flick soon, maybe this weekend. I don't shy away from fantasy films and am curious of how they rendered the Franco era in this film.

que · 6th December 2006, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ValenciaSon

I think I will have to catch this flick soon, maybe this weekend. I don't shy away from fantasy films and am curious of how they rendered the Franco era in this film.

They didnt shy away from the brutal side, thats for sure!

ValenciaSon · 6th December 2006, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by que

They didnt shy away from the brutal side, thats for sure!

It be hard to do the Franco era without doing brutal, unfortunately.

ValenciaSon · 24th December 2006, 08:47 PM

I know the film gets released on the 30th of December but I can't find a theater in the DC area that will be showing it

Anyone know of one? I tried the AFI Silver Screen, Bethesda Landmark and Google and no such luck.

que · 7th January 2007, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ValenciaSon

I know the film gets released on the 30th of December but I can't find a theater in the DC area that will be showing it

Anyone know of one? I tried the AFI Silver Screen, Bethesda Landmark and Google and no such luck.

Any luck in finding a showing?

I believe the release date for dvd in uk is March, but can't find a date for US.

ValenciaSon · 7th January 2007, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by que

Any luck in finding a showing?

I believe the release date for dvd in uk is March, but can't find a date for US.

I have to wait until January 12th to see it in theaters in the DC area. Here is the schedule.

Dave_K · 14th January 2007, 01:25 AM

Just got back from seeing it. I thought it was just "OK". 1/2 Harry Potter, 1/2 Spanish Civil War movie -- a weird combination (and in this respect, and others, too similar to "Devil's Backbone", in my opinion).

I do agree with the previous poster who said that the 12 year-old was good and not like usual annoying child characters in movies. And Sergei Lopez was a very good villain.

ValenciaSon · 14th January 2007, 02:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave_K

Just got back from seeing it. I thought it was just "OK". 1/2 Harry Potter, 1/2 Spanish Civil War movie -- a weird combination (and in this respect, and others, too similar to "Devil's Backbone", in my opinion).

I do agree with the previous poster who said that the 12 year-old was good and not like usual annoying child characters in movies. And Sergei Lopez was a very good villain.

Where did you see it? Which theater?

Dave_K · 14th January 2007, 03:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ValenciaSon

Where did you see it? Which theater?

Landmark's E Street theater (same chain as the one in Bethesda). It's 2 blocks from the Metro Center stop and is a pretty nice facility. They're also currently showing Volver, so you could do an all-Spanish double feature. Afterwards, if you're not too Spain-ed out, you can walk the few blocks over to the downtown branch of Jaleo to complete the Spain extravaganza

.

http://www.landmarktheatres.com/mark...reetCinema.htm

Jules · 19th January 2007, 08:27 PM

Finally saw it last night. It was a far darker and more brutal film than I was expecting. The animation was outstanding. A very well crafted.
Looking forward to the DVD - I hope it will have Spanish subtitles.

eldeano · 19th January 2007, 09:36 PM

I've not seen it yet, it wasn't on round here. I'll wait for the dvd. However, for what it's worth, the mighty doctor Mark Kermode rated it his best film of 2006. If our colonial cousins have not heard the good doctor, he's really worth a listen and his weekly (rant) podcast can be downloaded off iTunes or visit BBC Radio 5 Live. You won't be sorry.

ValenciaSon · 19th January 2007, 10:48 PM

You still have colonies?

20th November 2006, 11:52 PM	#1
que Super Forero Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Somewhere in Málaga Posts: 153 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	pan's labyrinth Looks like this could be a good film, and something to help the Spanish. Jonathan Ross gave it a good review: http://www.panslabyrinth.com/ Check it out. Unfortunately the trailer doesnt contain any Spanish! They've edited in away that no dialog needs to be used. __________________ "The greatest mistake you can make is to be continually fearing you will make one." - Elbert Hubbard Last edited by que; 20th November 2006 at 11:57 PM.

21st November 2006, 08:42 AM	#2
omeyas Solo chapurreo el español Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Somehwere nice! Posts: 1,004 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 2 Posts	I never watch films and would never have heard about it, but someone was interviewing De Torres on the radio whist I was driving around in the car, and they seemed full of it. Some reviewer reckoned it's the best film of the year, by miles. and enthused about the acting of the 12 (??) year old girl. Certainly doesn't sound like my type of film though! People with eyes in their hands, lost soul of a princess etc! __________________ Saludos Frank Las correcciones siempre son bienvenidas Puedo perdonar todos los errores, menos los míos. Last edited by omeyas; 21st November 2006 at 08:46 AM.

4th December 2006, 09:53 AM	#7
que Super Forero Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Somewhere in Málaga Posts: 153 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I saw this film last night. i agree with mortalcoil, im not usually a fan of fantasy type films, but i did enjoy this one. I also noticed that the Spanish they used was different. Probably matching the time it was set in. If you havent seen it, its worth a watch __________________ "The greatest mistake you can make is to be continually fearing you will make one." - Elbert Hubbard

6th December 2006, 03:53 AM	#9
ValenciaSon Hero Forero Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Silver Spring, Maryland, USA Posts: 4,897 Thanks: 192 Thanked 69 Times in 46 Posts	I think I will have to catch this flick soon, maybe this weekend. I don't shy away from fantasy films and am curious of how they rendered the Franco era in this film. __________________ Wikipedia is accurate [citation needed] Corregirme el español, porfa

24th December 2006, 08:47 PM	#12
ValenciaSon Hero Forero Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Silver Spring, Maryland, USA Posts: 4,897 Thanks: 192 Thanked 69 Times in 46 Posts	I know the film gets released on the 30th of December but I can't find a theater in the DC area that will be showing it Anyone know of one? I tried the AFI Silver Screen, Bethesda Landmark and Google and no such luck. __________________ Wikipedia is accurate [citation needed] Corregirme el español, porfa

29th November 2006, 11:49 PM	#3
rod Mega Forero Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Somewhere in the Alpujarras Posts: 319 Thanks: 1 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Just got back from seeing this at the cinema this evening. Its absolutely superb!!!! Normally, I'd run a mile from fantasy films but the unique thing about this film is the way that the fairy story bit is woven into a very realistic narrative about the aftermath of the guerra civil. Superb acting performances all round, great special effects and direction, completely unique. Go see (except if you're very squeamish).

30th November 2006, 08:11 AM	#4
Jules Forerito sonriente Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: The Sunny North Posts: 387 Thanks: 18 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts	Guillermo de Toro, the director & screenplay writer of the film (El Laberinto del Fauno) was part of the production team in Amorres Perros & Y tu mama tambien - both superb Mexican films - this on its own is enough incentive to go see it.

30th November 2006, 11:16 PM	#5
thismortalcoil Forero Senior Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Alabama, USA Posts: 58 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I completely agree with Rod...it is a GREAT movie! And I normally hate fantasy-type stuff, but this was really spellbinding. I saw the original Spanish version "El Laberinto del Fauno."

4th December 2006, 09:37 AM	#6
timg Mega Forero Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 267 Thanks: 2 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Really enjoyed this film. In our local cinema (a Cineworld in the UK), it was shown via digital projection, and the picture was pin sharp. I often find child actors quite painful in films, but the lead girl was excellent. Another interesting observation - most other Spanish-language films we see there tend to have a mainly hispanic audience, but this time I didn't hear a single Spanish voice.

14th January 2007, 01:25 AM	#15
Dave_K Super Forero Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 201 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Just got back from seeing it. I thought it was just "OK". 1/2 Harry Potter, 1/2 Spanish Civil War movie -- a weird combination (and in this respect, and others, too similar to "Devil's Backbone", in my opinion). I do agree with the previous poster who said that the 12 year-old was good and not like usual annoying child characters in movies. And Sergei Lopez was a very good villain.

19th January 2007, 08:27 PM	#18
Jules Forerito sonriente Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: The Sunny North Posts: 387 Thanks: 18 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts	Finally saw it last night. It was a far darker and more brutal film than I was expecting. The animation was outstanding. A very well crafted. Looking forward to the DVD - I hope it will have Spanish subtitles.

19th January 2007, 09:36 PM	#19
eldeano He's the most tip top Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Posts: 3,867 Thanks: 7 Thanked 35 Times in 33 Posts	I've not seen it yet, it wasn't on round here. I'll wait for the dvd. However, for what it's worth, the mighty doctor Mark Kermode rated it his best film of 2006. If our colonial cousins have not heard the good doctor, he's really worth a listen and his weekly (rant) podcast can be downloaded off iTunes or visit BBC Radio 5 Live. You won't be sorry. __________________ La risa despierta al niño interior llenándonos de salud y felicidad. Please tell me about my Spanish howlers (keep quiet about me English won's - jeje)

19th January 2007, 10:48 PM	#20
ValenciaSon Hero Forero Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Silver Spring, Maryland, USA Posts: 4,897 Thanks: 192 Thanked 69 Times in 46 Posts	You still have colonies? __________________ Wikipedia is accurate [citation needed] Corregirme el español, porfa

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