The Innocents
The Innocents

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The Innocents

2025
Movie
90 min
Spanish

Cara de Ángel's sexuality is about to explode. His masculinity is constantly being tested, threatened by Colorete and the pack from his neighborhood. To prove his manhood, he joins a robbery; however, driven by his hormones and his attraction to Gabriela and Johnny, a punk singer, his plans will change.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users89%
Director: Eskil VogtGenres: Horror, Fantasy, Thriller

Plot Summary

During a sunny Scandinavian summer, a group of children discover they possess mysterious powers. As their inhibitions fade, their innocent play turns into something darker. A protective young girl must use her own newfound abilities to save herself and her loved ones from the escalating supernatural events.

Critical Reception

"The Innocents" garnered significant critical acclaim, particularly for its unique blend of childhood innocence and unsettling horror. Critics praised its sophisticated direction, haunting atmosphere, and the compelling performances of its young cast. The film was lauded for its original take on supernatural themes and its ability to evoke both wonder and dread.

What Reviewers Say

  • A chilling and original horror film that cleverly explores the dark side of childhood.

  • Visually stunning with remarkable performances from its young actors.

  • The film's slow-burn tension and unsettling premise leave a lasting impact.

Google audience: Audiences were captivated by the film's unique premise and unsettling atmosphere, praising the performances of the young actors. Many found the blend of supernatural elements with childhood experiences to be both original and effective, though some noted the film's deliberate pacing.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Un Certain Regard Prize at the Cannes Film Festival (2021) and received multiple nominations at the Norwegian Amanda Awards.

Fun Fact

Director Eskil Vogt deliberately avoided using CGI for the supernatural powers, instead relying on practical effects and clever camerawork to create the film's unsettling visual style.

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