Cast
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Ester Expósito
as Andrea
Mathilde Ollivier
as Marie
Malena Villa
as Camila
José Luis Ferrer
as Hombre de Negro
Claudia Roset
as Sara
Lía Lois
as Laura
Sonia Almarcha
as Mercedes
Tomás del Estal
as Gonzalo
Lautaro Bettoni
as Adolfo
Àlex Monner
as Pau
Sebastián Arzeno
as Cuevas
María Ucedo
as Madre Camila
Darío Levy
as Padre Camila
Guillermina Sorribes Liotta
as Lisbeth niña
Pierre Marquille
as Claude Montand
Crew
Director
- Pedro Martín Calero
Writer
- Pedro Martín Calero
- Isabel Peña
Producer
- Pablo E. Bossi
- Fernanda Del Nido
- Jérôme Vidal
- Nacho Lavilla
- Eduardo Villanueva
- Cristina Zumárraga
- Juan Pablo Miller
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. The Wailing presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Pedro Martín Calero brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2024, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Wailing took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 107 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 142 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 469 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2024, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While The Wailing shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, The Wailing subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors and Pet Sematary explore similar territory, The Wailing stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: October 25, 2024
- Runtime: 1h 47m
