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La laguna negra
In a village in the mountains of Urbión, brothers John and Martin, driven by greed and abetted by Candelas, Martin's wife, kill his father and sink the body in the Black Lagoon. His wife and one daughter of the victim does not know anything. In the village would get missing. However, from now weigh a curse on the land for which they have committed the crime, predicting each year misfortunes and bad harvests.
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Plot Summary
A young woman named Ilse travels to a remote lake with her father and stepmother, seeking a cure for her mysterious illness. However, the tranquil setting hides a dark secret: the lake is believed to be inhabited by a mythical creature, and her presence stirs ancient legends. As her condition worsens, she begins to suspect a sinister connection between her ailment and the folklore surrounding the lagoon.
Critical Reception
While "La laguna negra" is a significant film in Mexican cinema for its atmospheric horror and pioneering use of Technicolor in the genre, its critical reception at the time was mixed, often overshadowed by its genre elements. Modern evaluations tend to praise its eerie mood and visual style, though some find the narrative a bit dated.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its striking visual presentation and atmospheric dread.
Noted for its contribution to early Mexican horror cinema.
Some criticize the pacing and narrative coherence.
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Fun Fact
This film is notable for being one of the first Mexican horror films to be shot in Technicolor, contributing to its distinctive visual style and eerie atmosphere.
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