The Orphanage | 
| Directors: Juan Antonio Bayona, Ramón Martos
Actors: Geraldine Chaplin, Carmen Lopez, Andres Gertrudix, Fernando Cayo, Belén Rueda
Studio: New Line Home Entertainment
Category: DVD
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Rating:  2 reviews
Format: Import, Ntsc, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: Spanish (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled)
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 1000038293
UPC: 794043120718
EAN: 0794043120718
ASIN: B0015ET3YO
Theatrical Release Date: January 11, 2008
Release Date: April 22, 2008
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| Customer Reviews:
Excellent Thriller from the Spanish Team October 8, 2008
Jenny J.J.I. (That Lives in Northern Nevada)
The Orphanage, does bring sophistication in ghost stories which is rarely heard of, but Guillermo Del Toro manages to pull it off time and time again, and somehow he even managed to inject his magic into this one, which he only produced - as this very much plays out like one of his own films. Not to discredit Mr. Bayona, though, for he has done a fine job. This is a dark, powerful, and moving masterpiece that both adheres to convention and brings some new, more artistic elements to the table in the direction and storytelling.
There was nothing about this film I didn't like. The acting, the thrills, the cinematography, the story, and the atmosphere. Everything was not short of sheer brilliance. The chilling moments freaked me out a couple of times, which I'm glad they did. That was what I wanted out of this film, but I was offered so much in return. Since I knew Guillermo Del Toro was involved with this project, I had a feeling it would be good. I just didn't think it would be THIS good. It was also very heart-warming, which was something I did not expect.
The acting is great, Belen Rueda as Laura is magnificent. Fernando Cayo as the husband Carlos is also good; he looks like a Spanish version of Josh Lucas. The kids do a decent job. And seeing Geraldine Chaplin (Charlie Chaplin's daughter) was a surprise, and she delivered an excellent performance as the 'seeing' medium. The bond that Laura, Simon, and Carlos shared is very sensitive and is carried out well throughout the movie.
This is definitely one of those horror films you should see more than once. The horror films you see nowadays are weak, not scary, and most of all; not worth your time. This one is WORTH the time. Believe me, his film has absolutely everything you need to know on how to make a well-executed ghost story and more.
Spanish movies with creepy little kids; a proven recipe for success! May 17, 2008
Matthew King
"The Orphanage" is a Spanish chiller in the vain of "Pan's Labyrinth" and especially, Guillermo Del Toro's 90's masterstroke "The Devil's Backbone". Whereas those movies were period pieces, The Orphanage takes place in the present as a mother returns to the abandones orphanage where she grew up to raise her son.
Not surprisingly, the place is filled with ghosts of the children who died there in a tragic accident. Soon after, the mother's son goes missing and she embarks on an obsessive journey to find him.
Believe the hype; this is one of the best horror movies in a LONG time. It's genuinely creepy, has a great story, is filled with chilling mythology and goes places we seldom espect it to. A true winner that will stand the test of time and is sure to become a modern horror classic.
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