The Curse of La Llorona

In Mexico, 1673, two young boys present their mother with a beautiful pendant that she vows to cherish forever. The scene captures a tender moment as the family shares a dance, unaware of the tragic events about to unfold.

As the youngest boy gazes innocently at his family, he suddenly becomes aware of a haunting truth—his family has vanished. In a panic, he calls for them, only to witness a horrifying scene where his mother drowns his brother in the nearby river.

In an effort to escape the terror, the youngest boy flees but is caught by his mother's grasp, pulling him into the depths of the river alongside his brother. This tragic moment marks the beginning of their family's dark legacy.

Fast forward to Los Angeles in 1973, where social worker Anna Tate-Garcia prepares her children, Chris and Sam, for school. They miss the bus, setting the stage for a day that leads to a haunting discovery.

While at work, Anna overhears her supervisor discussing the Alvarez family, particularly their mother, Patricia, who is worried about her absent children, Tomas and Carlos. Feeling a personal connection, Anna insists on visiting them to offer help.

Arriving at the Alvarez home with Officer Claro, Anna faces initial resistance from Patricia, who fears for her family's safety. Eventually, she reveals the boys locked away in a closet, prompting an urgent rescue operation.

Later that night, young Carlos is haunted by the sound of a weeping woman. This leads to a chilling encounter with La Llorona, the spirit known for her sorrowful cries, revealing the dark supernatural elements at play.

Anna is called to the hospital where the lifeless bodies of the Alvarez boys are recovered from the river. Confronting Patricia, who blames Anna for the tragedy, the weight of their circumstances grows heavier amidst the ghostly influence of La Llorona.

Chris, left alone in the car, encounters La Llorona in a horrifying moment. The spirit burns his arm while whispering her desire for him to join her in sorrow, leading to a chilling chase that reveals the imminent danger they all face.

The following day, at the Alvarez residence, Father Perez explains the tragic legend of La Llorona. He recounts how the once-beautiful woman became cursed after drowning her own children out of jealousy and grief.

When Anna's daughter Sam encounters La Llorona, the spirit seizes her as well, marking a new level of peril for the family. An emotional confrontation ensues as Anna seeks to protect her children from the vengeful spirit.

Anna consults Father Perez about the haunting, who then introduces her to retired priest Rafael Olvera. Initially hesitant, Rafael is moved by Anna's plea and agrees to help protect her family from La Llorona.

Rafael shares the need for protective measures against La Llorona, deepening the family's urgency. The tension escalates as the spirit launches its next attack, forcing Anna and her allies into a fierce struggle for survival.

In a climactic confrontation, Anna learns to use La Llorona's own tears against her. With the help of a sacred cross thrown by Rafael, Anna faces the spirit in a bid to save her children and confront their darkest fears.

By morning, with the spirit vanquished, Rafael bids farewell to Anna and her children. As they return to their normal lives, Anna is left to reflect on the haunting encounter as she notices a mysterious puddle of tears on the sidewalk.