“The Shape of Water” challenges ethical boundaries by romanticizing an interspecies relationship, raising questions about consent and representation. Its narrative pushes viewers to reconsider the limits of fantasy in storytelling.
How The Shape of Water redefines the fantasy romance genre
Guillermo del Toro’s “The Shape of Water” redefines fantasy romance by blending elements of fairy tale and Cold War-era realism, challenging traditional narratives with its bold depiction of love transcending human boundaries.