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La Llorona

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2019 | 97 min | Thriller, Horror, Drama

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Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (96% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and horror fans. If you loved Rise of the Planet of the Apes or Point Blank, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Scary, harrowing.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 37 min.
What might put you off
  • It's in Spanish, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Accused of the genocide of Mayan people, retired general Enrique is trapped in his mansion by massive protests. Abandoned by his staff, the indignant old man and his family must face the devastating truth of his actions and the growing sense that a wrathful supernatural force is targeting them for his crimes.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    96% on Rotten Tomatoes, 79 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.4 out of 10

  • AwardsSolid

    Nominated for 1 Golden Globe and 1 Critics' Choice Award.

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $294K worldwide

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 46K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Jayro Bustamante

  • María Mercedes CoroyAlma
  • Sabrina De La HozNatalia
  • Margarita KéneficCarmen
  • Julio DíazEnrique
  • María TelónValeriana
  • Juan Pablo OlyslagerLetona
  • Ayla-Elea HurtadoSara
  • Enrique ArgüelloAbogado
  • Alejandra ColomPeriodista
  • Marvin CoroyIntérprete