Fantasy,Horror,Mystery
Mexico
Santa Sangre is a surreal and haunting film directed by Alejandro Jodorowsky. It tells the story of Fenix, a young man who becomes confined to a mental hospital after witnessing his parents' horrific murder-suicide at their circus. His mother, Concha, the leader of the cult-like church of Santa Sangre, survives the attack, but is left without arms.
As Fenix recalls his traumatic childhood, he becomes increasingly disturbed and is subjected to brutal treatments at the mental hospital. However, he eventually escapes and returns to Concha, who becomes the center of his world and the driving force behind his actions.
With her guidance, he becomes a living extension of her lost arms and begins to act out her desires for revenge against those who wronged her, including the members of her church and the circus performers who ostracized her.
The film is filled with surreal and macabre imagery, from the hauntingly beautiful scenes of the circus to the disturbing violence and gore. It explores themes of trauma, religion, and identity, all set against the backdrop of a twisted and fantastical world.
Overall, Santa Sangre is a dark and intriguing film that will leave a lasting impression on its viewers.
