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November 10, 2008
El Orfanato “The Orphanage” (2007)
Should I see it?
Yes.


This is a very patient and intelligent ghost story. Sparse use of cheap horror theatrics, director Juan Antonio Bayona spends time developing characters and situations and allows the story to drive the spookiness. This film is more aligned with Poe inspired horror rather than the blunt Stephen King variety.

Consider this one if you're a fan of Guillermo del Toro. He is the producer of the film and his style is all over this production. It is has the same qualities as del Toro's The Devil's Backbone.


Related Reviews:
Guillermo del Toro movies
The Devil's Backbone (2001)
Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008)


Other Critic's Reviews:
Roger Ebert
Mark Reviews Movies

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