Revenge of La Llorona
Revenge of La Llorona

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Revenge of La Llorona

2006
Movie
66 min
English

An arrogant television tabloid host that is trying to get big ratings decides to take his crew through a haunted house.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Luis MandokiGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a small Mexican village, a group of young friends are haunted by the legend of La Llorona, the weeping woman who drowns her children. When one of the friends disappears mysteriously, the others must confront the supernatural entity and uncover the dark secrets of their town to save themselves.

Critical Reception

The film received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, weak scares, and derivative nature. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to a low box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often described as a generic horror film that fails to bring anything new to the slasher or supernatural subgenres.

  • Criticized for its reliance on jump scares and a convoluted plot that diminishes the impact of the La Llorona legend.

  • Many reviewers felt the film lacked suspense and originality, making it a forgettable entry in the horror canon.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely negative, with viewers often expressing disappointment in the film's lack of scares and originality, deeming it a predictable and uninspired horror flick.

Fun Fact

The film is also known by its alternate title, 'La Llorona's Revenge', and was an independent production with a limited theatrical release.

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