After several acclaimed music videos and short films, Pedro Martín-Calero 's Les Maudites(El llanto) is his first feature film, a horrific thriller that promises a chilling atmosphere and oppressive psychological tension. Ester Expósito, who made her name with Élite, co-stars with Mathilde Ollivier(Overlord) and Malena Villa(El Ángel). The story promises to be intriguing: three women, separated by time and space, are haunted by an invisible force and an agonizing scream.
Les Maudites will be released in cinemas from May 21, 2025.
Synopsis: Something is haunting Andrea, but no one, not even her, can see it with the naked eye. Twenty years ago, ten thousand kilometers away, the same presence terrorized Marie. Camila is the only one who understands what's happening to them, but no one believes her. Faced with this oppressive threat, all three hear the same crushing sound: a scream.
With its supernatural plot and promising direction, Les Maudites could appeal to fans of psychological horror cinema, reminiscent of certain films by David Robert Mitchell(It Follows) or Paco Plaza (Verónica). The use of an invisible threat and a recurring sound element suggests an immersive, oppressive atmosphere, where suggestion takes precedence over shock effects. Those who enjoy horror films with a focus on the supernatural and mystery may find something to their liking, while fans of incessant jump scares and purely graphic horror may be left wanting.
The film marks a new collaboration between Pedro Martín-Calero and Isabel Peña, a screenwriter renowned for her hard-hitting thrillers(Que Dios nos perdone, Madre). With a cast combining young talent and familiar faces from genre cinema, Les Maudites aims to offer an experience that is both sensory and frightening.
With its eerie atmosphere and intriguing concept, Les Maudites promises to be an immersive cinematic experience that should appeal to fans of psychological thrillers and atmospheric horror films. Its international cast and Pedro Martín-Calero 's stylized direction add a touch of originality that could leave a lasting impression.
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