Word of advice: if you're looking for a genuine horror film with decent scares and gore, don't expect any of those things in this movie. "Poison for the fairies" is not a horror movie, although it was advertised as one. It was directed by the well known Mexican horror director Carlos Enrique Taboada, which probably led to some misinterpretation when it came out. I would probably label this movie as an exceedingly…
Poison for the Fairies (1986)
In 1965 Mexico City, Flavia, a wealthy yet lonely schoolgirl, befriends Veronica, a young orphan girl who has a fascination with witchcraft. Veronica convinces Flavia that she is a real witch and forces her to be her assistant. The children's games gradually become more serious and Veronica demands more from Flavia.
Top Cast
Ana Patricia Rojo
Veronica
Elsa Maria Gutierrez
Flavia
Leonor Llausás
La Bruja
Carmela Stein
Nana
Maria Santander
Miss Aragon
Ernesto Schwartz
Tono
Lilia Aragón
Flavia's Mother (voice)
Hilda Perez Carbajal
Madame Rickard (voice)
Marcela Paez
Grandmother (voice)
Araceli de Leon
Nana (voice)
Patricia Acevedo
(voice)
Laura Almela
Claudia (uncredited)
Arturo Beristáin
Flavia's Father (uncredited)
Rosa Furman
Señora Krinsky (uncredited)
Rita Macedo
Jaime's Grandmother (uncredited)
Luis Mario Quiroz
David (uncredited)
Reviews
Poison for the Fairies, or Veneno para las Hadas, is well-deserving of the praise I've seen heaped onto it. Using a story of two children from very different situations to explore themes ranging from inequality to control to blackmail to revenge is a wonderful idea, and Taboada did a wonderful job executing the film. Veneno paras las Hadas is a very slow burn. In fact, up until the last ten minutes, you might…
**I love this movie!** I have the DVD and streaming on Amazon—purchased it there too. I also watch it on TUBI! I recommend it! All the cast is wonderful, beautiful scenes in Mexico City area, the music score is beautiful, emotionally charged, and charming. Adult faces are never seen as part of the eerie mystery this technique conveys. It forces focus on the two little girls. I adore both actresses so sweet and…
FAQ about Poison for the Fairies
What is Poison for the Fairies about?
In 1965 Mexico City, Flavia, a wealthy yet lonely schoolgirl, befriends Veronica, a young orphan girl who has a fascination with witchcraft. Veronica convinces Flavia that she is a real witch and forces her to be her assistant. The children's games gradually become more serious…
When was Poison for the Fairies released?
Poison for the Fairies was released in 1986.
What genres does Poison for the Fairies belong to?
Poison for the Fairies is categorised as Fantasy, Horror.
Who stars in Poison for the Fairies?
The cast of Poison for the Fairies includes Ana Patricia Rojo, Elsa Maria Gutierrez, Leonor Llausás, Carmela Stein, Maria Santander.