The Shape of Water

The Shape of Water is playing at the Historic Duncan Auditorium on Monday, October 26, as part of the Tampa Theatre's programming. It's a 2017 film written and directed by Guillermo del Toro, and it runs two hours and three minutes. It's rated R.

The story follows Elisa, played by Sally Hawkins, a janitor who communicates through sign language and works in a secret government facility in Baltimore. While there, she discovers a strange amphibious creature—played by Doug Jones—and forms an unlikely bond with it. The creature bears a strong resemblance to the monster from The Creature from the Black Lagoon, and del Toro describes the film as a spiritual sequel and a fan-fiction take on that classic horror movie. It's a monster movie inspired by horror that earned its place in his filmography.

If you're planning to go, the screening starts at 7 PM, and the doors open at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $13 for general admission and $10 for Tampa Theatre members, with an additional $2 service fee for online purchases.