“He really was inspired by Japan”: Gundam Super-fan Guillermo del Toro Based One of the Most Badass Pacific Rim Jaegers on Zeon Army
Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Guillermo del Toro’s 2013 blockbuster moviePacific Rimhas been one of the most iconic mecha-driven stories. He confirmed that he drew direct inspiration from the Japanese animeMobile Suit Gundam. He also showed his deep appreciation for Japanese mecha design and storytelling. Del Toro’s disclosure centers on the formidable Jaeger Cherno Alpha. He acknowledged that this behemoth’s design was influenced by the Zaku models....