Satanic Hispanics (2023): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Satanic Hispanics is a 2023 horror film directed by Alejandro Brugués and Demián Rugna, starring Efren Ramirez as The Traveler (segment "The Traveler"), Demián Salomón and Hemky Madera. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes and earned $16,288 worldwide. Critics gave it 89% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 45m (105 min)
- Directors
- Alejandro Brugués , Demián Rugna and Eduardo Sánchez
- Genre
- Horror
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Epic Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Satanic Hispanics About?
The premise of Satanic Hispanics without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In El Paso, investigators are confronted with a chilling scene: a house filled with the bodies of victims, and a mysterious man known only as The Traveler. He shares a disturbing account of the terrors he’s witnessed while traveling, hinting at ancient magic and otherworldly horrors. As the story unfolds, the investigators must confront unsettling truths and the dark secrets that exist beyond their understanding of reality.
Satanic Hispanics Themes & Keywords
· 26 tags- vampire
- demon
- el paso texas
- b horror
- supernatural horror
- argentina
- mexico
- shaman
- halloween
- dildo used as weapon
- police station
- restaurant
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- immortality
- police detective
- occult ritual
- myth
- mumbo jumbo
- american
- lore
- legend
- hocus pocus
- racism
- psychotronic film
- latino
- title directed by female
- womxn
Satanic Hispanics Cast & Characters
Efren Ramirez leads the cast as The Traveler (segment "The Traveler"), with Demián Salomón as Gustavo (segment "Tambien Lo Vi") and Hemky Madera as El Vampiro (segment "El Vampiro"). Directed by Alejandro Brugués, Demián Rugna and Eduardo Sánchez; 18 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Alejandro Brugués
- Co-director Demián Rugna
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Co-director Eduardo Sánchez -
Co-director Mike Mendez
- Efren Ramirez as The Traveler (segment "The Traveler")
- Demián Salomón as Gustavo (segment "Tambien Lo Vi")
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Hemky Madera as El Vampiro (segment "El Vampiro") - Sonya Eddy as Detective Gibbons (segment "The Traveler")
Also Starring in Satanic Hispanics
· 14 more- Greg Grunberg Detective Arden (segment "The Traveler")
- Lombardo Boyar Officer Hernandez (segment "The Traveler")
- Jacob Vargas
- Jonah Ray
- Jessica Cameron Lobby Victim 2 (segment "The Traveler")
- Graham Denman Lobby Victim 1 (segment "The Traveler")
- Vince Lozano Swat Joe (segment "The Traveler")
- Thomas Haley Officer #1 (segment "The Traveler")
- Ken Arnold
- Ari Gallegos
- Chaton Anderson
- Tihomir Dukic Officer #3 (segment "The Traveler")
- Patricia Velasquez
- Danielle Chaves
More from the Directors of Satanic Hispanics
More films directed by the directors of Satanic Hispanics, best-rated first: When Evil Lurks, The Blair Witch Project, Terrified and Nightmare Cinema.
Satanic Hispanics Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Satanic Hispanics 89% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10. Our Echo Score gives it 53/100, strongest in sensory experience (60) and weakest in art & craft (45).
Satanic Hispanics Echo Score Breakdown
Satanic Hispanics delivers a mixed anthology experience that oscillates between inventive folklore moments and uneven execution. Critics highlight the film’s ambitious cultural premise but criticize its inconsistent storytelling and variable production quality. Viewers echo this split, noting strong creature designs and occasional humor alongside low‑budget shortcomings and uneven pacing. The net impression is a modestly entertaining yet flawed collection, positioning the film in the middle of the rating spectrum.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 45
In terms of direction and visual craft, the anthology displays occasional flair, such as striking creature designs and gothic set pieces, but often reverts to generic horror tropes and inconsistent editing. Critics note the cinematography is eye‑popping yet half‑formed, while users point to low‑budget constraints that reveal uneven production values. Overall, the art and craft are modest with noticeable flaws.
- Character & Emotion 50
When evaluating performances, the film features a few nuanced portrayals, notably Efren Ramirez’s vocal style, but many segments suffer from flat acting and limited character depth. Critics acknowledge occasional amusing performances yet criticize the overall lack of emotional resonance. Audience feedback mirrors this split, praising select leads while describing other roles as unconvincing. Consequently, character work ranges from engaging to underwhelming.
- Story & Flow 55
The anthology’s narrative structure is uneven, with a wrap‑around premise that often feels disconnected from the individual tales. Critics point to variable story quality—some segments deliver original folklore twists, while others appear generic and under‑developed. Viewers note half the stories are genuinely unnerving or humorous, but pacing inconsistencies and unresolved endings detract from overall coherence. Storytelling thus remains mixed and sporadic.
- Sensory Experience 60
From a sensory standpoint, the film offers vivid gore, distinctive monster designs, and moments of effective sound design that enhance tension. Critics commend occasional visual flair but lament the uneven cinematographic quality and inconsistent audio mixing. User comments echo this dichotomy, highlighting the striking creature of San La Muerte while criticizing low‑budget effects elsewhere. The sensory experience is therefore inconsistent, with flashes of brilliance amid overall roughness.
- Rewatch Factor 55
Regarding rewatch potential, the anthology’s eclectic mix of humor and horror provides occasional moments worth revisiting, especially the stronger comedic segments. Critics acknowledge the film’s entertaining jokes and cultural novelty but caution that uneven narratives limit sustained appeal. Some viewers suggest a single viewing is sufficient, while others recommend it for fans interested in diverse Latino horror voices. Overall, replay value is modest and conditional.
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IMDb 5.8 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 89% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 51%
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Metacritic 56 Metascore
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TMDB 58% User score
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Letterboxd 3.0 /5
5449 ratings
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Satanic Hispanics Plot Summary
What happens in Satanic Hispanics from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In Chapter 1: The Traveler, a SWAT team crashes into a facility, uncovering a gruesome scene with multiple victims who appear to have died from gunshot wounds to the head. Among the chaos, they discover a lone survivor named The Traveler, who attempts to harm himself but is quickly subdued. Interrogated by Detectives Arden and Gibbons, the Traveler shares a chilling account of his past, revealing his transient nature and a dire warning: if he doesn’t leave in the next 90 minutes, more lives will be lost. He reluctantly identifies one of the deceased as a man named Gustavo, though his connection with the victim remains hazy as he recounts his story.
Full summary
The whole story of Satanic Hispanics, scene by scene
Satanic Hispanics Box Office
Satanic Hispanics grossed $16,288 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$16.3K
- International
- $16.3K
Satanic Hispanics Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Satanic Hispanics.
How Well Do You Know Satanic Hispanics?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the man who survives the incident in Chapter 1?
Satanic Hispanics Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “히스패닉 호러 스토리” and “Байки на Хэллоуин”.
- Also known as
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- 히스패닉 호러 스토리
- Байки на Хэллоуин
- Historias Satánicas
- 拉美异灵
- 撒旦邪靈
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Satanic, Terrified and Satan’s Black Wedding.
Satanic Hispanics FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Satanic Hispanics, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Satanic Hispanics?
Satanic Hispanics runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
When was Satanic Hispanics released?
Satanic Hispanics was released on September 14, 2023.
Who directed Satanic Hispanics?
Satanic Hispanics was directed by Alejandro Brugués, Demián Rugna and Eduardo Sánchez.
More films by Alejandro Brugués Who is in the cast of Satanic Hispanics?
Satanic Hispanics stars Efren Ramirez as The Traveler (segment "The Traveler"), Demián Salomón as Gustavo (segment "Tambien Lo Vi") and Hemky Madera as El Vampiro (segment "El Vampiro"), among 18 credited actors.
How much did Satanic Hispanics make at the box office?
Satanic Hispanics grossed $16,288 worldwide.
How is Satanic Hispanics rated?
Satanic Hispanics has 5.8/10 on IMDb, 89% on Rotten Tomatoes, 56 on Metacritic and 58% on TMDB.
Does Satanic Hispanics have a post-credit scene?
No. Satanic Hispanics has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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