A Fisherman's Tale is a Mexican horror film that, based on the folk legend of the Miringua, takes Mexican genre cinema to less explored territory: folk horror. It doesn't follow a single plot but rather consists of an anthology of interconnected stories around the titular folklore character, exploring themes like obsession and the darkness of human nature. Directed by Edgar Nito (The Gasoline Thieves), the film has some ups and downs in pacing and development but boasts great merits such as its makeup, soundtrack, an oppressive atmosphere, and, for once, stories told outside Mexico City. If you enjoy Mexican horror, folk horror, or both, it's a must-watch.
The Soul Eater is a horror film that blends folklore and police investigation. Directed by Alexandre Bustillo and Julien Maury, known for Inside, the movie follows Chief Inspector Elisabeth Guardiano and Captain Franck de Rolan as they investigate gruesome murders and child disappearances in the remote mountain village of Roquenoir. Delving into the legend of the Soul Eater, the film delivers an eerie and suspenseful narrative. For fans of supernatural crime thrillers, this is a must-watch.
In this movie, we meet a South Korean urban legend, something similar to Western culture's bogeyman. It's a monster that imitates human voices to feed on children. This hook creates a lot of curiosity and holds up much of the film. The big downside to this production is that we are presented with a good premise, but it is not well concluded at the end. The actors of 'Mimic' are good, especially the main child, played by Shin Rin-ah, who is only eight years old.
