Guillermo del Toro on Blade 2, Working With Kojima, and Lots of Red Bull
Guillermo del Toro participated in IGN’s 30 Icons Series interview, discussing his filmmaking career, favorite games, and collaborations with major entertainment figures. The interview coincides with the 20th anniversary of Pan’s Labyrinth, which is returning to theaters. Del Toro provided insights into the creation of the film’s memorable imagery, including the inspiration behind the iconic Pale Man character and the creative techniques he used to maximize the film’s budget when constructing elaborate set pieces. The director also reflected on his experiences working with collaborators across different mediums, including game designer Hideo Kojima and filmmaker Wesley [S—excerpt incomplete]. While the full interview covers a range of topics spanning del Toro’s career in cinema, it also touches on his engagement with gaming as both a creator and enthusiast.