The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) (2025)
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.
Director: Ernesto Martínez Bucio
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Mystery
Runtime: 97 min
Release Date: February 16, 2025
Cast
- Mariapau Bravo Aviña - Elsa
- Rafael Nieto Martínez - Tomás
- Regina Alejandra - Marisol
- Donovan Said Martínez - Victor
- Laura Uribe Rojas - Vanessa
- Carmen Ramos - Romana
- Gamboa Bernardo - Emiliano
- Micaela Gramajo - Judith
Screenplay
- Ernesto Martínez Bucio (Screenplay)
- Karen Plata Luna (Screenplay)
Music: Emilio Hinojosa Carrión
Editing: Ernesto Martínez Bucio, Karen Plata Luna
Production: Mandarina Cine, Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía, Fomento al Cine Mexicano (FOCINE), Eficine
Country: Mexico
Language: Español
Budget: $800,000
Original Language: es
Themes
Mental Health and Inner Struggle, Nostalgic Memories and the Past
Keywords
mexico city, mexico, schizophrenia, orphan, sibling, grandmother, 1990s, orphan siblings
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)?
- The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) was directed by Ernesto Martínez Bucio.
- Who stars in The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)?
- The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) stars Mariapau Bravo Aviña, Rafael Nieto Martínez, Regina Alejandra, Donovan Said Martínez, Laura Uribe Rojas, Carmen Ramos.
- How long is The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)?
- The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).
- What genre is The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)?
- The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) is a Comedy, Drama, Mystery film.
- What is the budget of The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)?
- The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) had a budget of $800,000.
- Where was The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) produced?
- The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) was produced in Mexico.
- What are the themes of The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box)?
- The themes of The Devil Smokes (and Saves the Burnt Matches in the Same Box) include: Mental Health and Inner Struggle, Nostalgic Memories and the Past.