El Duende Sátiro
El Duende Sátiro

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El Duende Sátiro

2016
Movie
88 min
Spanish

Legend tells of a girl named Palmira. A teenager, becoming a beautiful woman, her normal small town life took an unexpected turn. A demon expelled from paradise falls in love with her, causing great misfortune; only one can defeat him.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users85%
Director: Andrés ArcilaGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a small, remote town, a series of mysterious disappearances begin to plague the community. A reclusive writer, haunted by his past, finds himself drawn into the investigation when one of the missing is someone close to him. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a dark conspiracy that blurs the lines between reality and delusion.

Critical Reception

El Duende Sátiro garnered mixed to positive reviews, praised for its atmospheric tension and strong performances, though some critics found its narrative slightly convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and compelling performances.

  • Noted for its intriguing mystery and dark themes.

  • Some found the plot's ambiguity to be a double-edged sword.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspense and the lead actors' performances, with many finding the mystery engaging. However, a segment of viewers felt the ending was too ambiguous.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor at the Argentine Film Critics Association Awards (Ricardo Darín).

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in the Patagonian region of Argentina, contributing to its distinctive bleak and isolated atmosphere.

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