Cría Cuervos (12A)
TBTL: Studio, Friday 20 Mar 2026, 15:30
- ends at 17:20
Theatre by the Lake: Studio
Focus on 1976
Carlos Saura’s masterpiece, which, through its unique storytelling and
emotional depth, blends the dreamlike, sombre and gothic journey of
childhood memory and imagination.
Widely regarded as a landmark in Spanish cinema and in a pivotal point in
Spanish history, Cría Cuervos was filmed at the end of the Franco era,
where cultural censorship was slowly coming to a close. Saura cleverly
uses symbolism, metaphor and a child’s perspective to address
repression, life under fascism and potential for freedom.
Upon its release, it was met with critical acclaim and received the Grand
Prix at the 1976 Cannes Film Festival. With an outstanding performance
from Ana Torrent, it depicts one of the most affecting and authentic
portrayals of childhood. Even without a traditional plot, it still speaks
volumes about memory, guilt and the quiet resilience of children and gives
a voice to those repressed under Franco’s regime.
A richly shot, impressively acted film containing a powerful, bleak vision of
both childhood and a repressive adult world. Total Film
Spanish with English subtitles
Thanks to BFI Distribution