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Critic Colin Kennedy
rated 8

10 yr-old Carlos arrives at a Spanish school sheltering the orphans of the Republican militia only to discover it has many supernatural secrets.

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Critic Frederik Asschenfeldt Vandrup
rated 8

...del Toro formår den sjældne kunst at forene den rendyrkede pulp med troværdige personskildringer, nervepirrende spænding og en ekstremt veludviklet visuel sans.

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Cast & Crew

Federico Luppi
As Dr. Casares
Eduardo Noriega
As Jacinto
Marisa Paredes
As Carmen
Francisco Maestre
As 'El Puerco'

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The Devil's Backbone is a haunting and suspenseful tale set during the Spanish Civil War. The story follows young Carlos, who is sent to an orphanage after his father's death. There, he discovers that the orphanage is haunted by the ghost of a former student named Santi, who died under mysterious circumstances. As Carlos delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy everything he holds dear. With the help of his new friends, Jaime and Galvez, Carlos must confront the dark forces head-on and bring justice to Santi's restless spirit. But as danger looms closer, they realize that some secrets are better left unspoken. Will Carlos be able to uncover the truth behind Santi's death before it's too late?

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