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The Orphanage

By J.A. Bayona

2007

Horror

1h45

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7.9/10

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3.4/5

Press

3.6/5

Spect.

Synopsis

A woman brings her family back to her childhood home, which used to be an orphanage for handicapped children. Before long, her son starts to communicate with an invisible new friend.

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Community Reviews

Opinions on 'The Orphanage' are mixed, with some viewers captivated by its emotional and memorable finale, while others find the horror elements lacking and the plot somewhat repetitive after a strong start. The film is praised for its originality and the emotional impact of its unexpected ending, but some feel it's more sad than scary, and the pacing can drag. Overall, it's recommended for fans of Spanish horror cinema looking for a film with a strong conclusion.

👍 Memorable and emotional finale

👎 May lack in horror elements for some

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Reviews and Comments

1 reviews
Caesar Gergess
Caesarrated ★ 10/10
September 29, 2025

Casting

Juan Antonio Bayona

Juan Antonio Bayona

Director

Belén Rueda

Belén Rueda

Laura

Fernando Cayo

Fernando Cayo

Carlos

Roger Príncep

Roger Príncep

Simón

MA

Mabel Rivera

Pilar

Geraldine Chaplin

Geraldine Chaplin

Aurora

MO

Montserrat Carulla

Benigna

Andrés Gertrudix

Andrés Gertrudix

Andrés

AL

Alejandro Campos

Víctor

GE

Georgina Avellaneda

Rita

CA

Carla Gordillo Alicia

Martin

ÉD

Édgar Vivar

Balaban

Oscar Casas

Oscar Casas

Tomas

MI

Mireia Renau

Laura enfant

CA

Carmen Lopez

Alicia

Oscar Lara

Oscar Lara

Guillermo

EN

Enric Arquimbau

le thérapeute

BL

Blanca Martinez

la femme de la thérapie de groupe

CA

Carol Suarez

Benigna jeune

IS

Isabel Friera

l'infirmière Antonia

FE

Fernando Marrot

le docteur

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