The Spirit of the Beehive (1973)
Original title: El espíritu de la colmena
The Spirit of the Beehive is a 1973 Spanish-language drama movie directed by Víctor Erice, with a running time of 1h 38m. It stars Ana Torrent, Fernando Fernán Gómez and Teresa Gimpera.
In 1940, in the immediate aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, a young girl living on the Castilian plain is haunted after attending a screening of James Whale's 1931 film Frankenstein and hearing from her sister that the monster is not dead, instead existing as a spirit inhabiting a nearby barn.
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What is The Spirit of the Beehive about?
In 1940, in the immediate aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, a young girl living on the Castilian plain is haunted after attending a screening of James Whale's 1931 film Frankenstein and hearing from her sister that the monster is not dead, instead existing as a spirit inhabiting a nearby barn.
When was The Spirit of the Beehive released?
The Spirit of the Beehive was released on 8 October 1973.
How long is The Spirit of the Beehive?
The Spirit of the Beehive runs 1h 38m.
Who made The Spirit of the Beehive?
The Spirit of the Beehive was directed by Víctor Erice.
Where can I watch The Spirit of the Beehive?
The Spirit of the Beehive is available on Criterion Channel and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch The Spirit of the Beehive
Stream: Criterion Channel
Rent: Fandango At Home
Buy: Fandango At Home