Del Toro Unlocks Dark Fantasy with "Boy in the Iron Box" on Netflix

Guillermo del Toro Teams Up with Netflix on "The Boy in the Iron Box" Film Acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro is reteaming with Netflix for their third collaborative project, "The Boy in the Iron Box," a feature film adaptation of his co-created short story series. According to The Hollywood Reporter, production on the film will begin in October and will be directed by David Prior, who previously helmed the 2020 cult classic "The Empty Man." The movie stars Rupert Friend, Jaeden Martell, and Kevin Durand as mercenaries who stumble upon a deadly stone fortress while stranded on a remote snowy summit. Del Toro's proven track record of dark fantasy hits, including "Pan's Labyrinth" and "Crimson Peak," has fans eagerly anticipating what this new collaboration will bring to the screen. Del Toro is no stranger to Netflix, having previously partnered with them on "Pinocchio" and "Frankenstein." His second collaboration with Chuck Hogan, "The Strain trilogy," was adapted into an FX series. The upcoming film marks a continuation of del Toro's successful partnership with the streaming giant. "The Boy in the Iron Box" is a unique blend of fantasy and horror elements, which are staples of del Toro's filmmaking style. According to del Toro, "This project has been a long time coming, and I'm thrilled to be working with Netflix once again." The film's director, David Prior, added that he is "excited to bring this dark and twisted tale to life on the big screen." The short story series, co-created by del Toro and Chuck Hogan, consists of several interconnected tales that explore themes of survival and redemption. With a talented cast and crew at the helm, fans can expect a visually stunning and suspenseful film that will keep them on the edge of their seats. Production for "The Boy in the Iron Box" is set to begin in October, with a release date yet to be announced. As del Toro's latest collaboration with Netflix continues to gain momentum, one thing is clear: this film promises to deliver the same level of excitement and intrigue that fans have come to expect from the acclaimed filmmaker. Sources: The Hollywood Reporter Gizmodo This story was compiled from reports by Gizmodo and Gizmodo.