

The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)
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)
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Feb 15, 2025
Runtime
1h 37m
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Mystery
Original Title
El diablo fuma (y guarda las cabezas de los cerillos quemados en la misma caja)
Production Companies
Mandarina Cine
Director
Ernesto Martínez Bucio
Budget
$800,000
Description
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.