The Curse of La Llorona is a supernatural horror film that was released in April. It is also known as "La Llorona's Curse" and "The Curse of the Weeping Woman." The film is based on the Mexican folklore legend of La Llorona, which translates to "The Weeping Woman" in English. According to the legend, La Llorona is a ghostly figure who mourns the loss of her children. She was known to have drowned her own children in a fit of rage and sorrow, and she now spends her afterlife crying and searching for them. It is said that if you hear her weeping, it is an omen of death or misfortune.
Directed by Michael Chaves — who will also helm The Conjuring 3 — the film concerns La Llorona, a.k.a. The Weeping Woman, a horrifying apparition, caught between Heaven and Hell, trapped in a terrible fate sealed by her own hand. In life, she drowned her children in a jealous rage, throwing herself in a river after them as she wept in pain. In 1970s Los Angeles, La Llorona is stalking the night — and the children. Ignoring the eerie warning of a troubled mother suspected of child endangerment, a social worker and her own small kids are drawn into a frightening supernatural realm. Their only hope to survive La Llorona's deadly wrath may be a disillusioned priest and the mysticism he practices to keep evil at bay.
To keep up with the movie on social media, keep an eye out for LaLloronaMovie and you can also find the official Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram pages here. We ve included the official motion title reveal below, and an exclusive sneak peek of The Curse of La Llorona will be taking place at New Line Cinema s ScareDiego on Wednesday, July 18 at 9 30pm at the Horton Grand Theatre.
It is said that if you hear her weeping, it is an omen of death or misfortune. The Curse of La Llorona follows the story of a social worker named Anna, who becomes entangled in the curse of La Llorona when she tries to protect her own children from the vengeful spirit. As the curse grows stronger, Anna must seek the help of a former priest who has experience dealing with supernatural entities.
THE CHILDREN is Now Titled THE CURSE OF LA LLORONA and Will Be Released on April 19, 2019
Previously known as The Children, New Line Cinemas announced that the movie is now titled The Curse of La Llorona and will be released next year on April 19th. Directed by Michael Chaves, the movie is written by Mikki Daughtry and Tobias Iaconis, and stars Linda Cardellini, Patricia Velasquez, Madeleine McGraw, Sean Patrick Thomas, John Marshall Jones, and Jaynee-Lynne Kinchen.
For those that are not familiar with La Llorona, it literally translates to "The Weeping Woman" and is a Mexican urban legend of a woman who searches for her lost children. Halloween Horror Nights tackled this theme a few years back and they had a pretty disturbing setup involving children that were possessed by La Llorona: "She is known as the weeping woman. Her legend is one of tragedy. and of murder. She drowned her children in the cold, watery depths and now torments all who hear her with icy, mournful cries. Forced to walk the Earth for eternity, she seeks others to share her pain and suffering, now and forever."
We've included the official motion title reveal below, and an exclusive sneak peek of The Curse of La Llorona will be taking place at New Line Cinema’s #ScareDiego on Wednesday, July 18 at 9:30pm at the Horton Grand Theatre. Look for more details on this film and other horror movies coming out of New Line Cinemas as part of our live Comic-Con coverage.
To keep up with the movie on social media, keep an eye out for #LaLloronaMovie and you can also find the official Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram pages here:
- https://twitter.com/lalloronamovie
- https://www.facebook.com/lalloronamovie
- https://www.instagram.com/lalloronamovie/
We've included the official motion title reveal below, and an exclusive sneak peek of The Curse of La Llorona will be taking place at New Line Cinema’s #ScareDiego on Wednesday, July 18 at 9:30pm at the Horton Grand Theatre. Look for more details on this film and other horror movies coming out of New Line Cinemas as part of our live Comic-Con coverage.
The film was directed by Michael Chaves and produced by James Wan, who is known for his work on horror films such as "The Conjuring" series. "The Curse of La Llorona" received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising the atmospheric visuals and the performance of Linda Cardellini, who played Anna. Despite the mixed critical reception, "The Curse of La Llorona" was a box office success, grossing over $120 million worldwide. Its release in April, a month typically associated with horror movies, capitalized on the popularity of horror films during the spring season. Overall, "The Curse of La Llorona" provided audiences with a chilling and suspenseful take on the Mexican folklore legend. It managed to bring the haunting tale of La Llorona to a wider audience and solidify her place in the pantheon of horror mythology..
Reviews for "April Screams: The Curse of La Llorona Unleashed"
1. John - 1 star
I was really disappointed with "The Curse of La Llorona". The story felt predictable and lacked any originality. The jump scares were cheap and seemed forced, making the movie more frustrating than scary. I also found the acting to be subpar, with many of the characters delivering their lines in a cheesy and over-the-top manner. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this movie to horror fans looking for a genuine scare.
2. Sarah - 2 stars
I had high hopes for "The Curse of La Llorona" after seeing the trailer, but sadly, the movie fell flat for me. The storyline was cliche and failed to bring anything new to the genre. The scares were few and far between, and the build-up to them felt tedious and uneventful. Additionally, the characters were poorly developed, making it difficult to connect or care about their fates. Overall, I was left feeling underwhelmed and unimpressed by this movie.
3. Andrew - 2 stars
"The Curse of La Llorona" had its moments, but overall, it failed to deliver a truly terrifying experience. The plot felt disjointed and lacked cohesiveness, making it difficult to immerse myself in the story. The jump scares were predictable and relied heavily on loud noises rather than genuine fear. The acting was decent, but the characters were underdeveloped and lacked depth. Ultimately, I expected more from this movie and was left feeling let down.
4. Emily - 1 star
I found "The Curse of La Llorona" to be extremely disappointing. The storyline felt weak and unoriginal, failing to engage me throughout the movie. The scares were lackluster, and I found myself more bored than scared. The pacing was also off, with slow and uneventful moments dragging on, making it difficult to maintain interest. Overall, I would not recommend this movie to fans of the horror genre as it fails to deliver on its promises of fright and suspense.
5. Mark - 2 stars
As a fan of horror movies, I was excited to watch "The Curse of La Llorona", but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. The plot felt recycled, and the scares were predictable and failed to elicit any genuine fear. The pacing was off, with moments of intensity quickly dissipating into long stretches of boredom. The acting was decent, but the characters were poorly written and lacked development. Overall, I was left feeling unimpressed and let down by this movie.