Las noches extrañas

In a Madrid teeming with undead, a down-on-his-luck zombie hunter named Sergio stumbles upon a mysterious ancient artifact that could hold the key to ending the plague. He joins forces with a tough female zombie slayer and a quirky archaeologist to race against time. Their mission is to prevent a dark ritual that threatens to unleash an even greater evil upon the already devastated city, all while battling hordes of the ravenous undead.

While 'Las noches extrañas' (also known as 'The Last Circus') was praised for its unique blend of dark humor, gore, and surrealism, it polarized critics. Some found its audacious style and over-the-top violence to be groundbreaking and entertaining, while others deemed it excessive and unfocused.

• A visually striking and highly original horror-comedy.

• Its blend of slapstick and extreme gore may not appeal to all audiences.

• Javier Botet's performance as the tragic clown is a standout.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Las noches extrañas' is varied, with many appreciating its distinctive visual style and dark, eccentric humor. However, some viewers found the film's extreme violence and chaotic narrative to be off-putting.

Nominated for several Goya Awards, including Best Cinematography, Best Special Effects, and Best Original Song.

The film features a remarkably ambitious and grotesque makeup and special effects design, with much of the zombie and creature work being achieved through practical means.