The eerie curse of La Llorona is a popular legend that has been passed down through generations in Latin American culture. La Llorona, which translates to "The Weeping Woman," is said to be the ghost of a woman who tragically drowned her children in a fit of madness and despair. According to the legend, La Llorona wanders near bodies of water, mourning the loss of her children and searching for them in vain. It is said that her ghostly wails and cries can be heard late at night, carrying a haunting sound that strikes fear into those who hear it. Many claim to have seen her ghostly figure, dressed in white, roaming the banks of rivers and lakes. The tale of La Llorona serves as a cautionary tale to children as a way to prevent them from venturing out alone at night.
So why all the confision?
When we premiered it in Austin, it was mistakenly announced as The next chapter in The Conjuring universe , Chaves told me, which sent waves of panic all the way through New Line. The very simple reason why La Llorona isn t part of The Conjuring Universe is because it was made without one of the Conjuring franchise producers, so technically it can not be fully embraced, Chaves explained.
The tale of La Llorona serves as a cautionary tale to children as a way to prevent them from venturing out alone at night. Parents often warn their children to stay inside and avoid wandering near bodies of water, lest they encounter the weeping spirit of La Llorona. The fear instilled by this legend often serves as a deterrent to keep children safe and close to home.
Exclusive: The Simple Reason Why THE CURSE OF LA LLORONA is NOT Part of THE CONJURING Universe
Have you ever noticed how The Curse of La Llorona is treated like the red-headed stepchild of The Conjuring Universe? There’s a very simple reason why. During my exclusive interview with the film’s director, Michael Chaves, in advance of The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (which he also directed), I asked just that–and I got a surprisingly definitive response.
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Despite what you might have heard, The Curse of La Llorona is not part of The Conjuring Universe like Annabelle and The Nun. That’s right, even though the character Father Perez (played by Tony Amendola) appeared in both 2014’s Annabelle and 2019’s La Llorona, and even though we see a flash of the Annabelle doll in the film, The Curse still isn’t part of the franchise . The reason why is simple.
Synopsis:
In 1970s Los Angeles, the legendary ghost La Llorona is stalking the night — and the children. Ignoring the eerie warning of a troubled mother, a social worker and her own kids are drawn into a frightening supernatural realm. Their only hope of surviving La Llorona’s deadly wrath is a disillusioned priest who practices mysticism to keep evil at bay.
“The very simple reason [why La Llorona] isn’t [part of The Conjuring Universe is because] it was made without one of the [Conjuring franchise] producers, so technically it can not be fully embraced,” Chaves explained. “That’s the very simple reason. Originally, there was only supposed to be a playful nod [to The Conjuring franchise in La Llorona], by putting The Father in and having the Annabelle flash. But it wasn’t supposed to be marketed that way. The plan was, you would get into it, and then it’s like, ‘Oh my God, they’re connected!’ We weren’t, from the beginning, supposed to be doing that. And that’s why it has this outsider status. But as [the character] La Llorona is an outsider herself, I think it fits.
“It’s a tricky situation, I don’t want to give away any trade secrets,” Chaves continued. “The idea was just to have a playful connection [to The Conjuring] because the myth of La Llorona can stand on its own. But James [Wan] was on as a producer, the conversation got started about an Easter Egg. It just kind of got away from itself. People loved that connection. But The Conjuring franchise is created by a team that’s been there since the beginning. It’s not really right to do an onoffical spinoff without the full team.”
So why all the confision?
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“When we premiered it in Austin, it was mistakenly announced as ‘The next chapter in The Conjuring universe’,” Chaves told me, “which sent waves of panic all the way through New Line. We didn’t want anyone to be offended. It was supposed to be just a wink and a nod. Not like we’re trying to steal your mojo or your brand.”
So there you have it, folks. There are only seven, not eight, films in The Conjuring universe. They are: The Conjuring, The Conjuring 2, Annabelle, Annabelle: Creation, The Nun, Annabelle Comes Home, and The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It. The latter is still playing in theaters nationwide and available to stream on HBO Max.
You can check out the trailer and synopsis for The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It below.
Synopsis:
A chilling story of terror, murder and unknown evil that shocked even experienced real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. One of the most sensational cases from their files, it starts with a fight for the soul of a young boy, then takes them beyond anything they’d ever seen before, to mark the first time in U.S. history that a murder suspect would claim demonic possession as a defense.
Chaves directs The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It from a screenplay penned by David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick; the film stars Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, and Julian Hilliard.
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“When we premiered it in Austin, it was mistakenly announced as ‘The next chapter in The Conjuring universe’,” Chaves told me, “which sent waves of panic all the way through New Line. We didn’t want anyone to be offended. It was supposed to be just a wink and a nod. Not like we’re trying to steal your mojo or your brand.”
The legend of La Llorona has become so ingrained in Latin American culture that it has been adapted into various forms of popular media, including books, movies, and even an episode of the popular television series, "Supernatural." This has only further perpetuated the fear and intrigue surrounding La Llorona, cementing her place as one of the most enduring and chilling figures in folklore. While some may dismiss La Llorona as nothing more than a ghost story, many who claim to have encountered her describe a feeling of pure dread and unease. Her presence is chilling and has often been associated with tragedy and misfortune. The curse of La Llorona continues to haunt the imaginations of those who believe in her and serves as a cautionary tale for generations to come..
Reviews for "The Ghostly Hauntings of La Llorona: A Terrifying Presence"
- Jennifer - 2 stars - I was really looking forward to watching "The eerie curse of La Llorona" as I'm a big fan of horror movies, but I must say I was incredibly disappointed. The storyline was weak and predictable, and the scares were lackluster at best. It felt like the filmmakers were relying too heavily on jump scares instead of building genuine suspense. Additionally, the acting performances were subpar, with the characters lacking depth and failing to draw me into the story. Overall, "The eerie curse of La Llorona" failed to deliver the scares and thrills that I was hoping for.
- Mark - 1 star - I had high hopes for "The eerie curse of La Llorona" after seeing the trailer, but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The plot was extremely convoluted and hard to follow, leaving me more confused than scared. The pacing was off, with long stretches of dull dialogue that didn't contribute much to the overall story. Additionally, the CGI was poorly executed, making the supernatural elements of the film more laughable than frightening. I found myself checking the time throughout, eagerly waiting for it to be over. I wouldn't recommend "The eerie curse of La Llorona" to anyone seeking a good horror movie experience.
- Sarah - 2 stars - "The eerie curse of La Llorona" promised a haunting and chilling tale, but I found it to be anything but. The film relied too heavily on tired horror tropes and clichés, leaving me unimpressed and unaffected. The jump scares were predictable, and the overall atmosphere was lacking in genuine suspense. The characters lacked depth, and their decisions often felt forced and illogical. Overall, "The eerie curse of La Llorona" failed to live up to the hype and left me wishing I had chosen a different horror film to watch.