Looking back in a new interview, he has an idea why the 2015 film was initially so misunderstood.
Unfortunately, as the director recalled,Crimson Peaks unique sensibilities proved difficult to market.
I was saying, You should promote the romance, and you should promote the mystery.
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The last thing you want to do is promote it as horror.
However, hes well pleased thatCrimson Peakhas found its audience in the years since.
Its a movie that connects with the people who love it at an almost molecular level, he said.
Guillermo del Toros next release will be his much-anticipated take onFrankensteinfor Netflix.
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