A very old and common myth, apparently, is shown here in the version told in Basque tradition. I liked seeing a film shot in Basque, and there are lots of things done well in the film. The photography and scenery is excellent, the critical view of rural village life is recognisable, and the acting is overall good - what can be seen as a problem is the light-hearted approach to the story. While I don't mind such a film not taking itself seriously, it is true that the material could produce a powerfully dark horror story. Instead we have a pretty goofy demon. It seems wrong at first glance, but let's remember this is a retelling of a folk tale. It is likely this approach, with the clumsy demon and the back and forth trips to hell is closer to the traditional story - and I cannot fault the filmmakers for making this choice.
Review of Errementari
