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Siempreviva
The economy is not doing well and in a few months Lucia will lose the mortgaged house where she lives with her two children, Mr. Carlos the owner of the Second-hand store, Sergio, Clown by day, waiter by night, and his wife Victoria. Julieta, the youngest child, is the family's salvation. She just graduated from law school when, on the morning of November 6, 1985, she leaves for her job at the Palace of Justice and never returns. There are witnesses that claim to have seen her alive after the Palace burned down after the Guerilla attack, the habitants lives of the house won't be the same. Based on true events and on a play in Colombia, 1985.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy and manipulative matriarch, Doña Trinidad, lives in her decaying mansion with her family, who are slowly being killed off by a mysterious force. As paranoia and suspicion grow, the surviving family members realize that the entity haunting their home might be connected to Trinidad's dark past and a promise she made years ago. They must uncover the truth before they all succumb to the sinister presence.
Critical Reception
Siempreviva received a mixed to negative reception, with critics often citing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the attempt at creating atmospheric horror within a confined setting, others found the execution lacking, particularly in its reliance on jump scares and a convoluted narrative. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some enjoying the suspenseful elements and others feeling let down by the pacing and resolution.
What Reviewers Say
Attempts a slow-burn horror with a decaying mansion setting.
Criticized for an unoriginal plot and reliance on genre tropes.
Pacing and character development were frequently noted as weaknesses.
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Fun Fact
The film draws inspiration from traditional Mexican horror stories and folklore, aiming to create a unique blend of psychological and supernatural terror.
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