The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)

The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)

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2025-02-15

In mid-90s Mexico City, five young siblings are left in the care of their grandmother after their parents suddenly disappear. As they fight to survive, the line between reality and something darker starts to blur. The grandmother, haunted by eerie visions and deepening fears, becomes more distant, while the children’s grip on reality begins to unravel. After a clash with their neighbors, the siblings withdraw even further into isolation, cutting themselves off from the outside world.

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The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)

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In mid-90s Mexico City, five young siblings are left in the care of their grandmother after their parents suddenly disappear. As they fight to survive, the line between reality and something darker starts to blur. The grandmother, haunted by eerie visions and deepening fears, becomes more distant, while the children’s grip on reality begins to unravel. After a clash with their neighbors, the siblings withdraw even further into isolation, cutting themselves off from the outside world.

Released

2025-02-15

Runtime

97

Director

Carlos Hernández

Budget

$800000

Revenue

$0

Genres

Comedy

Drama

Mystery

Language

Español

Production

Mandarina Cine

Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía

Fomento al Cine Mexicano (FOCINE)

EFICINE 189

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    Mariapau Bravo Aviña

    Mariapau Bravo Aviña
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    Rafael Nieto Martínez

    Rafael Nieto Martínez
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    Regina Alejandra

    Regina Alejandra
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    Donovan Said Martínez

    Donovan Said Martínez
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    Laura Uribe Rojas

    Laura Uribe Rojas
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    Carmen Ramos

    Carmen Ramos
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    Gamboa Bernardo

    Gamboa Bernardo
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    Micaela Gramajo

    Micaela Gramajo