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June 30, 2008
El Espinazo del diablo “The Devil’s Backbone” (2001)
Should I see it?
Yes.



Fans of Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth will find familiar ground covered here. This earlier film shows del Toro’s touch and has the same mystical vibe as his international hit. Carlos (Fernando Tielve) is left at an far away orphanage in 1939 Spain. There he discovers the ghost of a boy who holds a secret that haunts the place. The final act gets a little rushed and there are some moments harsh sex and violence. Forgiving these things, the piece is intelligent and worthwhile.


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