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In 1965 Mexico City, Flavia, a wealthy yet lonely schoolgirl, befriends Veronica, a young orphan girl who has a fascination with witchcraft. Veronica convinces Flavia that she is a real witch and forces her to be her assistant. The children's games gradually become more serious and Veronica demands more from Flavia.
In this dark fantasy, two young girls, Florecita and Clara, become fascinated by the idea of witchcraft. Florecita, influenced by her imaginative mind and a desire for attention, concocts a dangerous potion, believing it will allow her to fly and perform magical feats. Her innocent games soon spiral into a disturbing reality as the potion's effects, and her own escalating obsessions, begin to take a tragic toll.
Poison for the Fairies is a critically acclaimed film that garnered international attention for its unique blend of childhood innocence and dark, unsettling themes. It is often praised for its atmospheric direction, thought-provoking narrative, and powerful performances, particularly from its young leads.
A haunting and surreal exploration of childhood imagination and its darker impulses.
Praised for its distinctive visual style and unsettling, magical realism.
Recognized for its bravery in tackling mature themes through a child's perspective.
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Golden Seashell at the San Sebastián International Film Festival (1986), Silver Ariel Award for Best Actress (Aracelia Guerrero, 1987), Silver Ariel Award for Best Child Performance (Aracelia Guerrero, 1987), Silver Ariel Award for Best Original Screenplay (1987). Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film (1988).
The film's unsettling atmosphere and themes led to it being considered part of the 'Children's Cruelty' subgenre within horror cinema, though it is primarily categorized as dark fantasy.
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**I love this movie!** I have the DVD and streaming on Amazon—purchased it there too. I also watch it on TUBI! I recommend it! All the cast is wonderful, beautiful scenes in Mexico City area, the music score is beautiful, emotionally ch...
Poison for the Fairies, or Veneno para las Hadas, is well-deserving of the praise I've seen heaped onto it. Using a story of two children from very different situations to explore themes ranging from inequality to control to blackmail to re...
Word of advice: if you're looking for a genuine horror film with decent scares and gore, don't expect any of those things in this movie. "Poison for the fairies" is not a horror movie, although it was advertised as one. It was directed by t...
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