always grateful to see more classic Mexican horror, especially of the gothic variety, and though the story and characters didn’t pull me in here the way I’ve felt in others, the attention to atmosphere and often over-the-top effects meant this charmed its way into my heart.
the outdoor scenes that appear to have actually been shot at night had me living; foggy walks through gates and woods and cemeteries, the staked dead eventually rising and making their way to…
story of heavy generational ritual, holding onto tradition no matter the devastation. a beautiful black and white with ominous atmosphere and some decadent gothic visuals.
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sorry but Katie Holmes’ look in this radiates some severely bisexual energy.
that transformative power of satan, though. reveal to us the darkest path; forged from disruption, sealed with blood, lit by fire. cast your shadow upon our souls, walk beside us as we descend. guide us as we restore chaos and resolve to surrender our will to no one. and release us, to spread the good word.
fucking hell, this rules.
