Guillermo Del Toro’s Adult-Only Stop-Motion Film: The Buried Giant
Guillermo Del Toro recently opened up about his upcoming stop-motion film, an adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel The Buried Giant. Del Toro described the project as a “fascinatingly difficult stop-motion movie for adults” that will not cater to a family audience. Known for his love of animation, Del Toro’s last stop-motion film, Pinocchio, also delved into darker themes from the original novel by Carlo Collodi.
Speaking at the British Film Institute, Del Toro discussed the emotional and technological challenges involved in bringing The Buried Giant to life. The original book explores a dark fantasy world where an old couple faces memory loss and embarks on a journey. Del Toro emphasized the need for animation in bringing such stories to the screen, highlighting the importance of consistency in visual elements.
The Buried Giant is in development at Netflix, a long-time collaborator of Del Toro. The streamer has reportedly set up a new stop-motion studio to support the production of this film and other animated projects. Del Toro’s dedication to creating immersive and cohesive worlds through animation underscores his commitment to storytelling and visual aesthetics. This new project promises to be a unique and challenging endeavor for both the filmmaker and his team.
