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El maleditado
Dario is an editor, and not a very good person. After his wronging of a coworker develops into an international crisis, he will be subject to a curse that will render him badly edited. Now, he must right his wrong by way of Groundhog day and Dickens.
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Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a secluded house with a dark past. As she begins to uncover disturbing family secrets, she finds herself trapped by a sinister presence that seems determined to repeat history. The isolated setting and escalating terror force her to confront the malevolent forces lurking within the house and her own lineage.
Critical Reception
El maleditado received a mixed reception from critics, who generally acknowledged its atmospheric tension and a strong performance from its lead but found its plot predictable and pacing uneven. Audiences were somewhat divided, with some appreciating the slow-burn horror elements and others critiquing its reliance on familiar genre tropes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric build-up and unsettling mood.
Criticized for a derivative plot and predictable scares.
Macarena Gómez's performance was highlighted as a strong point.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, with limited available data. However, the few available comments suggest a polarized reception, with some viewers finding it an effective, albeit familiar, horror experience, while others found it lacking originality.
Fun Fact
The film's production was notably impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to extended shooting schedules and challenges in securing specific locations.
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