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El Laberinto del Fauno
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English Title: Pan's Labyrinth
One Word Review: Melancholy
El Laberinto del Fauno is a good film, you should see it. It takes place in fascist Spain, at a remote mountain base where the government forces, lead by Captain Vidal, are trying to exterminate a group of rebels. Within this conflict, Carmen, the new wife of Captain Vidal and his stepdaughter, Ofelia, move to the base. The story revolves around Ofelia, and her attempts to survive in this climate.
The movie has fantastic fairy tail elements, however this is not a film for children. In particular, Captain Vidal is violent and sadistic. The general atmosphere of the film is very dark and sad. The movie is beautifully shot, and manages to be both realistic and fantastic.