Sobrenatural

A woman begins receiving strange visions after opening a letter containing a mystical powder, and soon thereafter finds it's connected to a voodoo curse and must be stopped before it harms her and her friends.

This one wasn't really all that spectacular and turned out to be quite disappointing. Most of this is because it really doesn't do anything at all and spends a great deal of time not doing much of anything. While the concept of having bizarre visions may be horrific to those experiencing them, on film they play out so ordinarily and boring that the film appears to be so slow as to be utterly lifeless and uninteresting. Eventually it does get better towards the end when the zombified owner does get around to making an appearance and that leads to some fun in the apartment showdown being chased around by such a creepy and visually imposing presence, and the atmosphere does give off a nice suspenseful vibe, yet the fact remains that this one is just so dull and lifeless that this one really doesn't have a lot to recommend about it.

Rated R: Violence and Graphic Language

The makers of this film have confused the horror genre with one all their own; the Horrible.

I was initially very intrigued by the synopsis for this film. Witches, voodoo, Latin America, and a secret cult provided many interesting possibilities. However, one immediate preoccupation dominated the film. The director seemed engrossed with creating "inventive" camera angles. All of Them Witches/Sobrenatural is the antithesis of The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari in this respect, and places style above substance, which I in fact have time for when there is style in the first place. For example, the aquarium in the psychiatrist's office released a small eruption from time to time, perhaps trying to underscore the volatility of the situation, but in effect resembled underwater flatulence, such as children are wont to do in the bath after a meal of baked beans and stewed prunes.

The performances by the two lead actors was wooden, for lack of a better word, so bland that I won't even go into it.

Both Ed Wood and Roger Corman proved that even bad films can have endearing qualities. The fact that this doesn't, makes it beyond bad.

A horror film steeped in paranoia and isolation. Zabaleta shines in her role, carrying the film with mastery, while the plot unfolds with suspense, despite some script issues. The work, although not perfect, avoids falling into clichés.

One of the best Mexican films I've seen. So enjoyable that I watched it twice. The actress, who is small, beautiful, and delicate - traits I find appealing - fits perfectly into the protagonist's role. The film has an engaging atmosphere, with a good pace and excellent cinematography. However, you must suspend disbelief regarding the psychiatrist, as it's hard to believe - especially for us Brazilians, accustomed to mercenary professionals - the level of care and attention psychiatrists in other countries give to their patients.

Surprisingly, this is a very underrated Mexican movie from the called new generation of Mexican film makers.

The cinematography has to be the best of "Sobrenatural". It's very stylish and visually stunning that catches the viewers' attention. The suspense is very well done because there are many camera takes before "something" occurs and ends the tension of the scene. There are some scenes that make the audience jump but are justified.

The suspense of the movie relies on the forces of nature that men can't explain but exist.

Susana Zabaleta is great in the lead role. She's very sexy and can act.

Watch this underrated Mexican movie if you have the chance. There is no gore or violence but the suspense generated by the "supernatural" forces make this a watchable "ghost" movie.

7/10.

excellent film making. Very effective interweaving of psychological and supernatural effects that keep you wondering about what is really going on. Very strong, intelligent visual style. Only the very best quality films, like this one, can keep you engrossed through long sequences with no dialogue with only the power of images, thrilling you without any gore whatsoever. none. the subjective camera angles produce such a feeling of terror and uncertainty, you don't need any gore. The main actress gives a great performance. I would rank this up with Cronos, but Cronos is more unique, "fantastical" and bloodier. But the same level of excellent film making.