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The 2006 film 'El laberinto del fauno' was titled 'Pan's Labyrinth' for English-speaking audiences. This is a subtle meta-fictional reference to the filmmaking process itself, 'pan' being the term denoting any movement of the motion-picture capture device.
RoseNoot
DOUG JONES.
QuiffBomb
Thought it was a childrens movie. I watched it with my 3 year old son. He fell asleep in the beginning though.
kevinjustin
Solo soy una fauna.
LanieLennihan
Omg, I remember this. Why did I read this!
YimS
Imagine the guy at the food scene with the hands and eyes "do you have a moment for our lord and savior?"
Kriegs
if i play my cards right i get to meet Guillermo del Toro this fall. :)
GraysonWayne
after seeing this, seriously went strait to Amazon and bought it on Blu-ray cause I remembered I didn't have it on Blu-ray.
gimme
Yes, hell yes!
seemill
The wine bottle scene still haunts the everloving bejesus out of me.
DevDike274
I also have not seen it.
FirstWorldAnarchist
That movie was trippy as hell, good, but trippy
AchillesDeFlandres
izzyjubejube
My favourite movie of all time.
tothelabyrinth
Yay, +1!
workinganimal
Yes.
frickfrickfrick
My nose hurts whenever I think of this movie. I am so much more aware of not having shards of glass in my face.
thevorpalbladewentsnikersnack
The scene with the bottle...oh the scene with the bottle. *crawls under covers*
redxvparkour
i am as terrified by this movie as much as i am in love with it. it has to be the creepiest movie of my childhood yet it is also a favorite
vanishplusxzone
Everyone always starts talking about the Pale Man, but Captain Vidal was way scarier than anything else in the movie to me.
stchameau
When I was 10, I watched a movie about ghosts and was terrified. My half sister said "Just people would hurt someone with no reason"
Raider37343
everyone talks about him because they did such a good job on him
vanishplusxzone
They did a good job on everything in that movie. I honestly can't think of a thing I didn't like.
izzythegoblin
The bit where he sews the edges of his own mouth, it's so horrible.
vanishplusxzone
The part where he beats the young hunter's face in was worst for me.
kellygeneva
Fun fact
kellygeneva
(Sorry comp cut me off) the pale man and the faun are the same actor.
noloselol77
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doug_Jones_(actor)
couldnotretrievepassword
You know how scary reality is when Pan's world is what Ofelia retreats to.
vanishplusxzone
Exactly.
Pegussu
Him and Umbridge are the only two villains I've ever actively hated and wanted to die in a fire.
Nighzmarquls
Yes the character did terrible things, he should not have been allowed to do terrible things.
Nighzmarquls
within context of the world. But what they did to him at the end was to his view the worst thing that could have been done to him.
MadeAccountSoICanRememberImagesToRepostLater
I see you have not watched Game of Thrones. It is widely accepted that Joffrey is the most hated villain of all.
aguyuno
Joffrey is an inbred, spoiled brat living in a fucked universe. His dickishness, you can understand if you try. Captain Vidal/Umbridge? Nope
Pegussu
Read all the books and watched all the show. I ENJOY Joffrey for how awful he is. I hated those other two like a needle in the dick.
MeArePaige
I completely agree. He puts Umbridge to shame. .... the little shit...
nelrim
The part with the bottle near the beginning? Practically climbed over my couch to get away from the tv.
EdwardWasonoredjo
LMFAO, wuss
MrBlister
at least you were sane enough to run, i just stared at the screen during that scene. horrified
aintnothing
That was the worst scene for me. Everything else? Fine. Smashing someone's face with a bottle even though i know it's fake? No thank you...
multitrey111
I was seven when this movie came out. I watched it. Hold me please.
shimmeries
...I am so, so old.
vanishplusxzone
That literally gave me nightmares and haunted me for a while after I watched it.
PeteOfile
That scene made me sad for weeks
vanishplusxzone
Same here.
Aesiri
I don't remember that part... what happened? :o
aintnothing
I warn you, this is pretty graphic. Link starts just before: http://youtu.be/-Qe3Hidyy58?t=1m
Aesiri
x.x I remember now. I regret asking, but thanks for finding that.
PrayerCreef
im so glad I speak spanish, enjoying the film to its glorious extent!! And fun fact, Doug Jones, the faun,Had to learn spanish for this role
IKilledKennyAndIAmABastard
Well he speaks it beautifully.
PrayerCreef
he does indeed!
Schurft
A girl recommended this movie once. I fell in love while watching it.
TVpresspass
The best part of this movie was that it got people interested in the Spanish Civil War again. Now go read For Whom the Bell Tolls!
CrispSandwiches
I hate to be "that person" but this is my favourite movie and I'm not interested in the Spanish Civil War and I thought 1/2
CrispSandwiches
that For Whom the Bell Tolls was just a Metallica song. 2/2
TheCatMakesTheRules
Love this movie!
StamosatmyFuneral
But my name was never Pan; that was assigned to me by the Americans because they didn't think people knew what a faun was.
CrispSandwiches
Wat?
StamosatmyFuneral
The name of the movie is "The Faun's Labyrinth". He was never named as "Pan" at all. Ever. The US changed it because we know Pan is a faun.
IKilledKennyAndIAmABastard
El Laberinto del Fauno I love to say that. It is so fluid.
interestos
+1 Pan's Labyrinth. If you know even basic spanish (high school level), try watching in spanish, some of the magic realism translates better
hamfishstone
We watched it 14 times in my spanish class, with and without subtitles, a great way to learn the language.
CrispSandwiches
I had no idea it was possible to watch it any other way.
hereforafuntime12
Guillermo del Toro makes some fantastic movies. Although I have yet to see Pacific Rim...
IKilledKennyAndIAmABastard
GO SEE IT. It is fucking AWESOME. Seriously. Also, Pro Tip: There is one small scene after the main credits.
unijaw
Horned God, Cernunnos, Herne, Fawnus, Pan, Janicot, Karnayna, Dhul-Qarnayn, Atho, Tubal-cain,Bran, Dianus, Actaeon
ric3ca3k
I read the third from the bottom as "Brian." I was like " Huh. That's a nice change."
FangsFirst
Pan was not a faun, though. Merely a god who resembled one.
FangsFirst
Incidentally, I grew up with a Doctorate in Classical Studies in the house (in the person of my father). This isn't nonsense.
unijaw
Pan is the horned god Fawns are just based off the horned god. Sons of Cernunnos are a thing but they are not necessarily horned.
unijaw
I suppose you could say Pan is the father of Fawns but this isn't clear in any mythos.
forgottenshore
Actaeon is too young a name. He was the hunter that spied on Diana (Artemis) whilst she bathed. He was torn apart by his own hounds.
amiseriousicanttell
or blinded in some versions of the myth
unijaw
Yea. Herne is also incorrect but many people use it. Hernes just a ghost. Cernunnos/Kernunno seems to be the most widely used.
CrispSandwiches
I have to disagree with you there. I have never heard anyone refer to Cernunnos. I have, however, heard people refer to Pan.
unijaw
Really? I've only heard people call him the horned god or Cernunnos. Doesn't really matter though.
iceburglettuce
Dhul qarnan isnt a faun
unijaw
never said he was he is however a name for the horned god Dhul qarnan literally means two horned one. The horned god in some form is found -
unijaw
in every culture
CanadianCobraChicken
Doug Motherfuckin' Jones!
didyouhearaboutpluto
+1 for Guillermo Del Toro. Bored? Wanna piss yourself in fear? Watch El Orfanato.
katakataKara
The ending really negated all the scary though. /feels
BeefyKat
Devil's Backbone is another good one!
Scando
Yes... the hand eye guy, is hands down the most creepy thing in movies. (yes, glorious pun intended!)
TheAllenMan
I've never seen Pan's Labyrinth... is it good?
pooptallica
Very.
ballznanaz
It's my favorite movie of all time and I happen to like amazing movies.
plantatia
best movie ever, it was a huge part of my childhood :P
lildude52ca
i was disgusted by it
Minnesotan
It's all in spanish so I had to read the subtitles the whole time. But I still really like it :)
itsguylovebtwn2guys
is the earth round? yes. The answer to both is yes.
ADisturbedOne
It is, but somewhat eerie.... creepy? I have only watched it once... I just know there are couple scary shit in there.
MycurlyhairsaysIcantgoouttoday
Please, update us and let you know what you think!
Ispentthelastfewyearsbuildingupanimmunitytoiocanepowder
Silly question. It's great.
CommanderDick
Really dark and intriguing .
SometimesYouJustNeedTo
Haters might hate but I actually didn't love this movie. Kinda slow... and meh..
pancreas
I don't understand why people loved the movie. Like...nothing really happened. would have enjoyed it more if it focused on one story I think
Funfuhrer
It's much better than good
RepostDefender
It's not the Devil's Backbone (one of Del Toro's earlier works) but it's still pretty good. You won't feel like you wasted your time.
prettierandyoungerbutnotanybetteroff
Yes.
rlyons
Scariest movie, ever. If I want to scare anyone, I put my hands up to my eyes and make an awful face (watch and understand)
danielonfilm
It's a masterpiece.
MrMusclePants
Yes but be prepared to cry.
izzythegoblin
Yes yes yes
SyncingThought
Is the sun hot?
crazychesh
watch it in the dark... makes it so surreal. but you might poop yourself.
allonsybadwolf
Yes!
JMaca
Soul crushing, beautiful, haunting. Yes.
CGWN
It sets up an intriguing and fascinating story, and then kind of ends with a buzzkill as soon as it's built up.
DrHarleenFrancesQuinzelMD
Wonderful movie with beautiful music.
lolatpeoplefalling
it's epic. but FYI its in spanish w/ subtitles. still worth it.
ieatmacandcheese
It's great but scary and full of gore, which I don't like. I was lucky to watch with someone who could tell me when to close my eyes.
badonkadonks
Amazing...
MycurlyhairsaysIcantgoouttoday
Fantastic! One of my favorites.
AshleyG63012
Okay, I'm gonna go watch it now. I've seen so many posts about this movie and now I just gotta see it.
nightwater
I also have not seen it.
gooffyman114
An incredible story. I loved it.
EdwardWasonoredjo
You better see that shit today, mister
penthief
One of the best I've seen, but not for the faint of heart.
JollyGreenJizzFace
FAAAAAVVOORITTEEEE MOOOOVIEE EVVVEERERRRRRRRR
javifairground
It's pretty awesome! One of my favorites.
Keegers
its not very scary, more just dark and intricate
iAmIncoherent
Incredible.
iusedtothinkyouwerecrazybutnowicanseeyournuts
SO SO SO GOOD
notsoawkward
this comment was posted 7 hours ago. i hope you've seen it since then.
RobotCosmonaut
It's absolutely wonderful.
joboo
Does the Pope shit in the woods?
metalharvester
Yes
piratequeen
Yes, but fair warning: I bawl like a little girl every time.
rylecx
Exceptional. Go watch it on a day where you can just sit and enjoy the art, the terror, the excitement, and the creepy
iamireland
It's dark, don't believe the trailers.
Penetrecia
It's a bit of a mind fuck. I didn't know how to feel once it was over.
IKilledKennyAndIAmABastard
Beautiful
IxCptMorganxI
I didn't like it. I love Del Torro and all of the creatures are some of the greatest things ever. Just didn't care for the story.
itsguylovebtwn2guys
don't know why you were down-voted for simply giving your opinion! +1 to even it out dear sir.
IxCptMorganxI
You're wonderful! I've been meaning to watch it again because I LOVE the creatures. Maybe it'll be better the second time?
vandinomyte
I was tricked into watching this movie by my boyfriend. He had to deal with sobbing me aftwerwards.
plethora
Yes, but don't go into it thinking it'll be like David Bowie's Labyrinth .. that's a recipe for a bad time. :[
vivalafia
Babe with the power - what power? - Power of oh-shiiit!
pancreas
I don't understand the love for the movie. If you start watching it, and consider quitting halfway through, trust me, just turn it off.
ArcherJones
is bacon good?
soullessredhead
Excellent film, but be warned....it isn't in english. There are subtitles. I know some people don't like foreign films because of this
feyrband
i and judge them harshly
CaptainButtbeard
Watch it, now!
CFH4DMB
YES!
YimS
Scary shit but a beautiful piece of work
DontEatTheCrabDipYeyay
I watched it in Spanish class back in high school. Thought it was good, but too much for me, and that I'd never watch it again. (1)
DontEatTheCrabDipYeyay
Then I took Spanish in uni and we had to watch a movie... Of course, it was this one. Gah.
ivoryashes
One of my favourite movies of all time.
MosDeaf
Very. I'm not sure I will ever watch it again.
SovietWrench
It's really, really good. Fair warning, you will not like bottles after watching it.
bwilson7
Me either... Is it in english? I ask because subtitles...
bwilson7
Why was this downvoted? lol It's a legitimate question. Let's make an English version!
pancreas
It is not in english. you will have to read the entire movie.
Stonegaijin
overwhelming sadness is this film. but pure beauty.
CatsPitBullsAndBooksOhMy
You need to see it for yourself. It's good.
Ajunk
Going against the grain here and going to say it's okay. It's got magical child-like scenes and brutal gory adult scenes and they don't mesh
ballznanaz
I just took it as the magical scenes were her imagination, and since she experienced so much violence in her life her mind was warped.
ISuperBelieveInYouTadCooper
I don't disagree, it's kind of tough to watch in that way. I thought it was good, but don't re-watch it often.
fireeternal
One of the best fucking movies ive ever seen, im pretty sure del toro will never make anything better (sorry fans you dont have to agree).
ballznanaz
We know and we agree. This is the movie that took me from someone who noticed Del Toro, to becoming a squeeling fangirl......and I'm a guy.
fireeternal
Yep, same here.
appaismyspiritanimal
Did you ever see 'The Orphanage?'
MycurlyhairsaysIcantgoouttoday
Good but still not Pan's Labyrinth IMO.
RepostDefender
All three are in the same vein. And while it's a close race I would say Backbone, Orphanage and Labyrinth; Best, Less Best and Least Best.
fireeternal
Yeah its pretty good, "el espinazo del diablo" is also amazing, just not as good as pan´s labyrinth.
RepostDefender
I suppose Pan's Labyrinth had the best visuals, though...
appaismyspiritanimal
I've never seen Pan's Labyrinth, but from what I see, it looks amazing. The Orphanage was the first del Toro movie I saw, so
appaismyspiritanimal
2/2 I'm kinda partial to that film.
MycurlyhairsaysIcantgoouttoday
I agree!
fireeternal
i really thought fans liked other movies from the director, its nice to see i was wrong :)
MycurlyhairsaysIcantgoouttoday
He has other good movies. This just happens to be my favorite! I would love if he could bring this level of directing into more movies.
fireeternal
Yes me too, im just a little disapointed with Pacific Rim, people seem to like it and im like WHAT it was horrible! thats just my opinion.
WilfredoMelendez
incredibly good....except for one scene with the food. why would you...why? why? why? wont spoil it for you
MadeAccountSoICanRememberImagesToRepostLater
The bottle did it for me.
enturtle
yes!!! definitely watch it!
YimS
I know what you mean. I didn't sleep.
ISuperBelieveInYouTadCooper
I know, right?! Come on!
ChocolateIsDelicious
I totally agree with you,WHY? :'|
RockAndTroll
yes, why? that isn't place for cucumber.
busybee
Dammit, Melissa!
KeepingYouUpLateAtNight
Why did you spoil it for me.... now i know that there is food in the movie!
WilfredoMelendez
I'm sorry...I didnt mean to spoil the food.....sigh Im such a horrible person.
ThomasBankston
THERE ARE STARVING CHILDREN IN AFRICA THAT HAVE NO MOVIES TO BE SPOILED
WilfredoMelendez
this is me....hanging my head in shame.
unijaw
can't remember this. someone message me or something. Is it just the eye man?
Morebunnies
I believe so. Terrifying.
unijaw
I was more freaked out by the plant baby
ohmnomz
I was mostly disturbed by the first scene. Face went crunch crunch crunch :<
nation543
that was a mandrake. they are real roots and have been coveted for eons because of their human-like appearance