"The Cursor of La Llorona" is a book that tells the story of April, the protagonist who embarks on a journey to unravel the mysteries surrounding her family's curse. La Llorona, a legendary ghost in Latin American folklore, haunts April's family, causing tragedy and despair. The story weaves together elements of fantasy, magic, and history as April navigates through her heritage and confronts her destiny. Throughout the novel, the cursor becomes a pivotal symbol. The cursor, an ancient artifact that possesses the power to communicate with spirits, serves as April's guide and protector on her quest. It is said that the cursor can reveal the truth behind La Llorona and provides a potential solution to break the curse that has plagued April's family for generations.
In 1673 Los Angeles, haunted porcelain doll. Perez tells Anna about former priest Rafael Olvera who has since became a folk shaman, who may be able to help them. Rafael arrives at Anna's house, setting up items for protection. In the night, La Llorona repeatedly attacks them and attempts to drown Anna and Sam in the pool. Anna pulls off La Llorona's necklace in the struggle.
In October 2017, New Line Cinema announced to distribute a horror film directed by Michael Chaves , with James Wan and It and Annabelle writer Gary Dauberman serving as producers. New Line has become a powerful producer of horror movies in recent years, thanks to the smash success of It and Wan s Conjuring series, which has delivered 1.
It is said that the cursor can reveal the truth behind La Llorona and provides a potential solution to break the curse that has plagued April's family for generations. April, driven by her love for her family and desperation to end the curse, embarks on a treacherous journey to unlock the cursor's true potential. Along the way, she encounters supernatural beings, engages in battles, and unearths long-lost family secrets.
Film News Roundup: Horror Movie Re-Titled ‘The Curse of La Llorona’ for Spring Release
New Line Cinema’s horror movie “The Children” has been re-titled “The Curse of La Llorona” and will be released on April 19, 2019.
New Line made the announcement Wednesday ahead of its second annual ScareDiego presentation ahead of Comic-Con.
The film is produced by James Wan through his Atomic Monsters company along with Emile Gladstone and Gary Dauberman. Michael Clear is executive producing.
Michael Chaves directed from a script by Mikki Daughtry and Tobias Iaconis. The film stars Linda Cardellini as a social worker and widow raising her two kids in 1973 Los Angeles, who finds similarities between a case she’s investigating and the supernatural occurrences haunting her own family — which turn out to be La Llorona, a well-known figure in Mexican folklore who is the ghost of a woman who has lost her children and causes misfortune to those nearby.
Jaynee-Lynne Kinchen, Roman Christou, Raymond Cruz, Sean Patrick Thomas, and Patricia Velasquez also star in “The Curse of La Llorona.”
New Line has become a powerful producer of horror movies in recent years, thanks to the smash success of “It” and Wan’s “Conjuring” series, which has delivered $1.2 billion in worldwide grosses through the four “Conjuring” and “Annabelle” titles. “The Curse of La Llorona” is not part of the “Conjuring” universe.
A teaser for the project can be seen below.
DATE CHANGE
Paramount Pictures has moved its World War II horror movie “Overlord” back two weeks to Nov. 9 from Oct. 26.
“Overlord,” starring “Fences” actor Jovan Adepo and Wyatt Russell, is directed by Julius Avery (“Son of a Gun”), and produced by J.J. Abrams and Lindsey Weber through Bad Robot. The script is written by Billy Ray (“Captain Phillips”) and Mark L. Smith (“The Revenant”).
The movie takes place in 1944 on the eve of D-Day and centers on a group of American paratroopers, who are dropped behind enemy lines to carry out a mission crucial to the invasion’s success. But as they approach their target, they begin to realize there’s more going on in the Nazi-occupied village than a simple military operation.
“Overlord” will open against Unviersal’s animated “Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch” and Sony’s “The Girl in the Spider’s Web.”
CASTINGS
Jake Short, Bug Hall, and Lorenzo Henrie have joined the cast of the coming-of-age teen comedy “This is the Year,” Variety has learned exclusively.
David Henrie (“Wizards of Waverly Place”) is directing the film and wrote the screenplay with Bug Hall, Pepe Portillo and Sienna Aqualini. The story centers on a nebbishy high schooler who makes a last-ditch effort to win over the girl of his dreams, played by Madison Iseman, by embarking on a road trip to attend the greatest music festival of the year, only to discover true love in the most unexpected place.
Andrea Iervolino is producing the film through both his film label Ambi Media Group, with partner Monika Bacardi, as well as through TaTaTu, the new blockchain-based social entertainment platform he founded. James Henrie and Leo Severino are producing for Novo Media Group.
Her determination and courage are tested as she must make choices that not only impact her own fate but also the lives of those around her. As April delves deeper into her family's history, she discovers the dark origins of the curse and the reasons behind La Llorona's relentless pursuit. The story explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the power of love as April overcomes her fears and faces the ultimate test of her undying devotion. "The Cursor of La Llorona" is a captivating tale that blends elements of fantasy, adventure, and cultural heritage. It takes readers on a thrilling journey through time, mythology, and the depths of the human spirit. The book not only entertains but also explores universal themes of family, identity, and the choices we make in the face of adversity..
Reviews for "April's Unsettling Legend: The Haunting Mystery of La Llorona's Cursor"
- Sarah - 1 star
I found "The Curse of la Llorona April" to be a disappointing and predictable horror film. The storyline was cliché and lacked originality, relying on tired jump scares and predictable plot twists. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it difficult to invest in their well-being. Overall, I was hoping for a more innovative and thrilling experience, but sadly, this film did not deliver.
- John - 2 stars
"The Curse of la Llorona April" had potential, but it fell flat for me. The pacing was slow, and the scares were repetitive and unconvincing. The film attempted to build suspense, but it failed to deliver any real tension or fear. Additionally, the plot was convoluted and confusing, and the resolution felt rushed and unsatisfying. Overall, I was left underwhelmed by this horror film and would not recommend it to others.
- Emily - 1.5 stars
As a fan of horror movies, I was excited to watch "The Curse of la Llorona April," but it turned out to be a letdown. The scares were predictable, and the movie relied heavily on cheap jump scares that failed to create any real fear. The characters were poorly developed, and their actions often felt unrealistic and forced. The plot lacked depth and originality, making it difficult to stay engaged. Overall, I found this film to be disappointing and forgettable.