La larga noche de los bastones blancos
La larga noche de los bastones blancos

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La larga noche de los bastones blancos

1979
Movie
95 min
Spanish

Andrés, a young provincial who became blind during his childhood, comes to the capital with the possibility of having a transplant and recovering his sight. Upon arrival, he stays with an old friend of the family, Rogelio Molinos, who lives with his daughter Marisol. Soon a relationship is established between the two young people that makes Andrés conceive false illusions.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Francisco Lara PolidoGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a remote Spanish village, a series of brutal murders are committed using white canes. A seemingly normal community harbors a dark secret, and the local doctor finds himself entangled in the escalating terror. As the body count rises, the villagers must confront the hidden evil that plagues their isolated existence.

Critical Reception

This Spanish horror film is a lesser-known entry in the genre, often appreciated by cult film enthusiasts for its unique premise and atmospheric tension. While not widely reviewed by mainstream critics, it has garnered a niche following for its unsettling tone and effective suspense, despite some limitations in its production values.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and suspenseful narrative.

  • Appreciated for its unique and disturbing premise involving the use of white canes.

  • Acknowledged as a cult B-movie with effective horror elements.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for its creative and unsettling use of white canes as murder weapons, contributing to its unique horror identity.

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