El gran León
El gran León

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El gran León

2017
Movie
97 min
Spanish

After she loses her mobile phone, a lawyer receives a call from the person who found it. They talk and hit it off very quickly. But she's in shock when she sees that he's very short.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users85%
Director: Fede ÁlvarezGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, blinded by a recent car accident, must fight for survival when a dangerous predator breaks into her house. However, her tormentor makes a fatal mistake: he underestimates the strength and resourcefulness of the blind woman. She uses all her senses to hunt him down and bring him to justice, turning the tables on her attacker.

Critical Reception

Don't Breathe, also known as 'El gran León' in some regions, received widespread critical acclaim for its intense atmosphere, suspenseful direction, and strong performances, particularly from Stephen Lang and Jane Levy. Audiences were also captivated by its clever premise and effective scares, making it a commercial success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relentless tension and inventive scares.

  • Stephen Lang's chilling performance as the blind antagonist is a standout.

  • The film expertly uses its confined setting to build suspense.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly enjoyed the film, highlighting its suspense, thrill, and the unique premise. Many found it to be a genuinely scary and well-crafted horror movie with strong acting.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Horror Film at the 2017 Fright Meter Awards.

Fun Fact

Director Fede Álvarez wanted to create a horror film with a moral ambiguity, where the audience might sympathize with the protagonist but also understand the antagonist's motivations for protecting his home.

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