Genre master Guillermo del Toro (Pan's Labyrinth, The Shape of Water, the upcoming Frankenstein) is the subject of new documentary Sangre del Toro, which will tell the story of the life and works of the three-time Oscar winner.
Directed by Yves Montmayeur (The 1000 Eyes of Dr. Maddin), Sangre del Toro has been acquired by Brilliant Pictures, who will be presenting exclusive footage to buyers in Cannes.
Per Variety, who reported the news yesterday, Sangre del Toro portrays del Toro as a modern-day Minotaur – half man, half bull, as del Toro's name evokes – navigating a labyrinth of creativity and symbolism as the doc explores del Toro’s “unique ability” to blend his Mexican heritage with the cultures of his adopted homes in Hollywood, Paris and his native Guadalajara. The film invites audiences on a journey through the “enchanted maze of del Toro’s imagination, offering insights into the humanistic and monstrous elements that define his cinematic universe.”
Sangre del Toro is produced by Brilliant Pictures’ Sean O’Kelly and Marc Bikindou, and Thierry Tripod for Brainworks alongside Jad Ben Ammar for Kador. In a statement, O'Kelly had this to say of the upcoming doc:
“Yves Montmayeur’s longstanding relationship with Guillermo del Toro brings a depth of understanding and authenticity to this documentary […] We’re thrilled to be part of a project that offers such a profound exploration of one of cinema’s most visionary directors.”
Brilliant Pictures CEO adds:
“Sangre del Toro is a compelling addition to our documentary slate. It aligns perfectly with our mission to bring thought-provoking and artistically significant films to a global audience.”
Variety note that Sangre del Toro is expected to coincide with del Toro's Frankenstein, which stars Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth and Oscar Isaac, and is set to hit Netflix and theaters this November.
