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The Spirit of the Beehive (1973)

7.619731h 38mES
DramaFantasy

Directed by Víctor Erice

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 38m

Language

ES

Release

October 8, 1973

Director

Víctor Erice

Official Trailer

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Overview

In 1940, in the immediate aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, a young girl living on the Castilian plain is haunted after attending a screening of James Whale's 1931 film Frankenstein and hearing from her sister that the monster is not dead, instead existing as a spirit inhabiting a nearby barn.

Cast

Fernando Fernán Gómez

Fernando Fernán Gómez

Fernando

Teresa Gimpera

Teresa Gimpera

Teresa

Ana Torrent

Ana Torrent

Ana

Isabel Tellería

Isabel Tellería

Isabel

Laly Soldevila

Laly Soldevila

Doña Lucía

Miguel Picazo

Miguel Picazo

Médico

José Villasante

José Villasante

Frankenstein

Juan Margallo

Juan Margallo

Fugitivo

Estanis González

Estanis González

Guardia civil

Ketty de la Cámara

Ketty de la Cámara

Milagros, la criada

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Spirit of the Beehive (1973), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1940, in the immediate aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, a young girl living on the Castilian plain is haunted after attending a screening of James Whale's 1931 film Frankenstein and hearing from her sister that the monster is not dead, instead existing as a spirit inhabiting a nearby barn.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Spirit of the Beehive. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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