Sally Hawkins Calls Her Role in 'The Shape of Water' "The Greatest Gift" | TIFF 2017

The speaker shares a serendipitous experience of thinking about a story involving a woman who unknowingly is a fish, which coincidentally aligns with Guillermo Del Toro's film idea about a woman falling in love with a fish man. This unexpected alignment gives the speaker goosebumps, leading to reflections on the universe's mysterious plans. The speaker expresses excitement about the potential project and the opportunity to work with people they have always admired, considering it a rare and precious gift.

What was the initial idea that the speaker was thinking about before receiving the call from the agent?

How did the speaker feel when they received the call about the film idea?

What does the speaker imply about the universe's role in their creative journey?

What emotions does the speaker express regarding the potential realization of the film project?

Who are some of the people the speaker has always wanted to work with?