Sanatório

A paranormal investigator and his team are called to a remote town to investigate a series of disturbing events happening in an old sanatorium. As they delve deeper into the building's dark past, they uncover a horrifying secret that threatens to unleash an ancient evil. The team must confront their own fears and fight for survival against the malevolent forces lurking within the sanatorium's walls.

Sanatório (also known as 'When Evil Lurks') has garnered significant attention in the horror community for its visceral scares and disturbing imagery. While praised for its relentless intensity and inventive gore, some critics found its nihilistic tone and extreme violence to be overwhelming.

• Praised for its intense atmosphere and gruesome practical effects.

• Noted for its relentless pacing and disturbing, unforgiving narrative.

• Some viewers found the extreme violence and bleak outlook to be challenging.

Google audience: Audiences have widely appreciated the film's terrifying and original horror concepts, with many highlighting its effective scares and unsettling atmosphere. Some viewers found the extreme violence to be a bit much, but the overall sentiment is highly positive for its unique take on demonic possession.

Selected for numerous film festivals worldwide, including Sitges Film Festival and Fantastic Fest, where it received critical acclaim.

Director Demian Rugna's inspiration for the film came from a childhood fear of rural areas in Argentina and the folk tales surrounding them.