Set in 1973 Los Angeles, a social worker (played by Linda Cardellini) ignores the warning of a troubled mother and soon finds her own children targeted by the malevolent spirit of La Llorona, who seeks to replace her own drowned children. Genre: Supernatural Horror / Thriller.
Directed by Jayro Bustamante, this film is widely considered the superior artistic achievement, blending the ghost legend with the real-life horrors of the Guatemalan genocide. Santa Barbara International Film Festival Reddit Review La Llorona (2019)
Highly praised for its social commentary on indigenous rights, misogyny, and historical trauma. It is part of the Criterion Collection . Set in 1973 Los Angeles, a social worker
Accountability, collective memory, and the "political horrors of the past." 2. The Curse of La Llorona (Hollywood Supernatural Horror) Set in 1973 Los Angeles