Spain, 1950s. Montse's agoraphobia keeps her locked in a sinister apartment in Madrid and her only link to reality is the little sister she lost her youth raising. But one day, a reckless young neighbor, Carlos, falls down the stairwell and drags himself to their door. Someone has entered the shrew's nest... perhaps he'll never leave.

Montse

The Girl

Carlos

Padre

Doña Puri

Montse Niña

Elisa

Police Officer 1

Jaime

Doña Puri's Niece

Acting
This is a standout of Spanish cinema: a successful psychological thriller that meticulously builds its tension. The awe-inspiring performance by Macarena Gómez, who completely loses herself in the role of Montse, is at the heart of its power.
September 21, 2014

Montse

The Girl

Carlos

Padre

Doña Puri

Montse Niña

Elisa

Police Officer 1

Jaime

Doña Puri's Niece

Acting
This is a standout of Spanish cinema: a successful psychological thriller that meticulously builds its tension. The awe-inspiring performance by Macarena Gómez, who completely loses herself in the role of Montse, is at the heart of its power.

