THE DEVIL'S BACKBONE (2001)

GUILLERMO DEL TORO

Supernatural Historical Drama Nigel's Choice 1930s Desert Dave B's Must Sees Recommended

Cast

EDUARDO NORIEGA MARISA PAREDES FEDERICO LUPPI ÍÑIGO GARCÉS FERNANDO TIELVE

Plot

Santi is a decomposing wraith terrorising the inhabitants of a secluded orphanage towards the end of the Spanish Civil War, but the more the children discover about their tormentor the more they understand the reasons for his actions and decide to wreak a terrible revenge on behalf of Santi's tortured soul. The Devil's Backbone is a superbly atmospheric ghost story, elegant and terrifying in turns, stylishly directed and beautifully shot, with some fine performances.