Veronica
- 6.2
- Supernatural
- 2017
- 1h 45m
- 14+
a Spanish supernatural horror film directed by Paco Plaza, known for his work on the [Rec] series. Set in 1991 Madrid and inspired by real events, the story follows a teenage girl named Verónica, who, after using a Ouija board with her friends during a solar eclipse, begins experiencing terrifying supernatural occurrences. As her encounters with dark entities intensify, Verónica struggles to protect her younger siblings from the malevolent force that seems to haunt her.
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Veronica (2017) is a Spanish supernatural horror film directed by Paco Plaza, inspired by true events that unfolded in Madrid in the 1990s. Known for its tense atmosphere, disturbing imagery, and emotionally resonant story, Veronica explores themes of family responsibility, trauma, and the dangers of venturing into the supernatural. The film tells the story of Veronica, a teenage girl who unwittingly invites a dark force into her life while attempting to communicate with her deceased father through a Ouija board.
Set against the gritty backdrop of 1991 Madrid, the film begins with Veronica (played by Sandra Escacena), a teenager who shoulders the responsibility of taking care of her three younger siblings while her single mother works long hours. During a solar eclipse, Veronica and her friends attempt to contact the spirit world using a Ouija board, but the séance takes a terrifying turn when Veronica experiences disturbing visions and loses consciousness. From that moment, eerie and inexplicable events start plaguing her life and her family, including haunting apparitions and strange noises in their home. Convinced that she has unleashed a malevolent spirit, Veronica seeks help from a blind nun at her Catholic school, who warns her of the dangers of her actions.
As the haunting intensifies, Veronica becomes more desperate to protect her siblings from the increasingly malevolent force that seems to target them. The spirit’s presence becomes stronger, and her mental state deteriorates, blurring the line between reality and hallucination. The film builds tension through atmospheric visuals and suspenseful sound design, using the confined space of the family’s apartment to amplify Veronica's sense of isolation and vulnerability. Desperate to end the haunting, Veronica attempts a second séance, hoping to close the door to the spirit world that she has opened. However, as events spiral further out of control, she is forced to confront the true horror of her actions, culminating in a shocking and tragic finale.
Veronica combines elements of psychological horror and supernatural suspense, with a story that resonates deeply on an emotional level. The film is noted for its realistic portrayal of the teenage experience, balancing horror with the everyday struggles of a young girl facing overwhelming responsibilities. Inspired by a police report on the unexplained death of a teenager in Vallecas, Madrid, Veronica adds a layer of authenticity to its horror, grounding supernatural occurrences in the real fears and anxieties of adolescence. Its disturbing themes and expertly crafted scares make Veronica a standout entry in modern horror, praised for its gripping narrative, intense atmosphere, and haunting visuals. The film leaves audiences with questions about reality, spirituality, and the costs of curiosity, making it a deeply memorable horror experience.