Pan's Labyrinth, written and directed by Guillermo del Toro, is one of the most fantastic films that I've seen in recent memory. From it's striking opening sequence, which had me wishing that I spoke Spanish to avoid the distraction of the subtitles, through the very end, the visuals utilized were incredibly effective. The storyline was unique... I described the film to friends as "a dark fantasy set against the backdrop of historical wartime, with dramatic themes tending towards classic h...

I understand some of the gripes. It certainly is not the film that Singer would have done. No, it does not mirror the comics storyline or character development, although there are certainly enough nods to those that any enthusiast's zeal should be sated. But still, purists gripe. Is it the final episode? I've heard complaints about this. The vacuous Halle Berry has stated in interviews that if fan support was strong enough she has no doubt there would be a fourth installment. For tho...