The Pit and the Box

The story's central symbol is so evocative — I wonder if it has a personal or mythological significance for the author, or if it evolved during writing.

The open-ended conclusion made me think about the characters' fates and the story's moral implications. Was this intentional to provoke reflection?

The slow build and eerie mood felt deliberate, but I'm curious if Guillermo del Toro aimed to immerse readers in a sense of dread throughout.