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The Legend of the Nahuala

2007 · 84 min Family Fantasy Animation Horror
7.9 / 10 · TMDB

Leo San Roman, a cowardly boy, inhabits a colonial Puebla where townsfolk whisper of an ancient curse. On the eve of the Day of the Dead, his older brother vanishes into the sinister Nahuala mansion. Forced to conquer his own fears, Leo ventures into the forbidden grounds, confronting not just ghosts and monsters from Mexican folklore, but a dark chapter of his own family's past. His journey becomes a trial of courage, where every shadow holds a new legend, and saving his brother means unraveling a mystery older than the town itself.

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Original Title La Leyenda de la Nahuala
Year 2007
Country Mexico
Genre Family, Fantasy, Animation, Horror
Director Ricardo Arnaiz
Runtime 84 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.9/10 (235 votes)

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This film is a vibrant and accessible gateway into the rich tapestry of Mexican folklore, where La Llorona and calaca skeletons become part of a child's adventure. The animation, while simple, is filled with warm colors and expressive styling that captures the spirit of both festival and fear.

What lingers after the credits is a sense of cultural heritage presented as an engaging folktale, where light scares and humor create a balanced family experience. It’s a spirited cartoon with a distinct sense of place. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Ricardo Arnaiz

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