ROTTEN TOMATOES: Guillermo del Toro - RT's Dinner and the Movies Interview

Guillermo del Toro - RT's Dinner and the Movies Interview

by Joe Utichi

Part 11 of 12: On his love of idiosyncrasy...

Highlights from the video:

The only moral crossroads, really, is when it really happens. You cannot be an armchair moralist. You can be a film purist only if you have gone through the grinder. You can't be a film purist from the comfort of your home. It's the same thing as saying, "I never sold out." How would you know if no-one has ever tried to buy you? In that sense, the degree to which you reaffirm your personality is important.

That was one of the reasons I didn't do [the third Harry Potter film] - because the books I loved - but the first two movies didn't connect with me. Alfonso went in and did what remains my favourite of the movies so far.

I think Hellboy II is going to be an interesting thing because it is infinitely more idiosyncratic than the first. Hellboy is kind-of a klutz, and I love him for that. What is the everyday life of one of these super-powerful guys? Does he have to pick his socks? Who rinses the ball-sweat from the Batsuit? Those are aspects that intrigue me to a point!

Continue onto part 12, as we conclude our conversation with del Toro by discussing the trouble with modern-day Hollywood.

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jokerboy1991 writes:
on Jul 10 2008 10:26 AM

DEL TORO IS THE MAN!

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Some guy you dont know writes:
on Jul 10 2008 01:22 PM

God bless this man.

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HappyBudda writes:
on Jul 10 2008 06:42 PM

del Toro is slowly becoming one of my favorite directors.. i can't wait to see Hellboy II.

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smi1ey writes:
on Jul 10 2008 07:58 PM

I ditto the previous 3 comments. This guy is truly dedicated in heart mind and spirit to his work.

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TreeSapX writes:
on Jul 10 2008 08:41 PM

Add me to that list.

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Rafael28 writes:
on Jul 11 2008 01:09 AM

Greatest film director of our time, can't see anyone coming close.

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firecover098 writes:
on Jul 11 2008 06:14 AM

He's hot. BTW, did you guys see his profile on 'Ri ch ki ss. c om'? Is he lonely? He has a nice profile with hot pics. And more he's a certified millionaire there. Is he looking for new dates seriously there?

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jacog writes:
on Jul 11 2008 06:59 AM

Haha... I was somewhat annoyed at the spammer above, but then it occurred to me how utterly hilarious it is.

Anyone here wanna see hot pics of Guillermo del Toro?

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TheIceGhost writes:
on Jul 11 2008 09:41 AM

It's ashame he had to turn down Deathly Hallows, he would'a rocked the hell out of that (well, those) movie(s).

I also think he should direct an adaptation of the graphic novel Three Shadows, by Cyril Pedrosa.. that would be a-w-e-s-o-m-e.

Oh well, at least we have The Hobbit to look forward to.

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ploox writes:
on Jul 11 2008 03:31 PM

this guy is a definite genius, can't wait to see what he does with the hobbit

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Cal7 writes:
on Jul 11 2008 09:36 PM

In reply to this comment (#1859999)
Christopher Nolan is def better than him

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TheMrE writes:
on Jul 11 2008 09:52 PM

Why don't you guys make a regular podcast out of this (and all) the interviews. I would love to watch them on the go.

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agutierrez20 writes:
on Jul 11 2008 10:40 PM

In reply to this comment (#1862250)

I think Batman and Memento are good movies, but looking at the body of work of both directors i'll go with Del Toro, Nolan is good but not even close to GDT as far as inventive and original.

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jokerboy1991 writes:
on Jul 11 2008 11:46 PM

In reply to this comment (#1862400)
What about Insomnia and The Following. They are both great directors to me though, besides Del Toro's Mimic he hasnt made a bad movie.

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Rafael28 writes:
on Jul 12 2008 01:25 PM

In reply to this comment (#1862485)
Insomnia could have been way better, it was so mediocre. I also thought Batman Begins was pretty over-rated.

GDT is a visionary.

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mouveebuff99 writes:
on Jul 12 2008 05:17 PM

GDT has been the most under rated Filmaker for the past few years. Devels Backbone was great. I seen that when it first came out to rent. I was blown away, I then have followed his career very closely. I am a young filmaker myself and watching these videos that RTs has on, has been like a class lecture. This guy is great.

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the train writes:
on Jul 12 2008 09:43 PM

the mimic screenplay is available at http://sfy.ru/sfy.html?script=mimic, if anyone is interested in exploring the original third act. i thought it was a more believable ending than the one in the original movie. i would love to see what he could do with mimic if given the leeway to do it.

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tomwaitsjr writes:
on Jul 13 2008 09:02 PM

One of the ten best directors working in the world.

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diskjokk writes:
on Jul 13 2008 09:26 PM

Del Toro is one of the best directors working today. When I first saw Pan's, I was riveted, captivated, and enthralled; it was such a nice surprise to see a good, original, and entertaining story. After watching Pan's, I made sure to watch every other film Del Toro directed.

Thank goodness for a director like Del Toro.

I also agree with another post made earlier that RT should make this series a podcast if possible.

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wordweaver12 writes:
on Jul 13 2008 09:54 PM

I love Del Toro and his visionary is to be respected. However, he tends to be a little over the top which is a good thing. My only fear is that, he might make "The Hobbit" too colorful and the movie could loose its flair

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