Dominican Psychological Thriller ‘The Day of the Storm’ Uses Christian and African Mythology to Explore Perceptions of Reality

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Anna Marie de la Fuente Celebrating its European premiere March 18 at the Malaga Film Fest, “The Day of the Storm” (“El día de la tormenta”) by Alexander Viola delves into the blending of Christian and African beliefs in the Dominican Republic, particularly in the region of San Juan de la Maguana. “This region in the deep south is rich in myths, supernatural stories and Santería practices, where the mystical and the everyday coexist,” said Viola and Cristian Mojica, his co-screenwriter and producing partner in their company Mentes Fritas. “These traditions not only preserve local folklore but also offer a way to make sense of life’s mysteries.

In ‘The Day of the Storm,’ we examine how these spiritual beliefs shape the perception of reality in communities living in these historically and mystically charged areas,” they told Variety.

The psychological thriller revolves around Macario, who is certain that his daughter is the witch behind the deaths of several village children.

Crushed by fear and guilt, he cannot bear the accusing eyes of his neighbors. He retreats to the mountains, grappling with doubt and the agony of believing his own blood carries the horror.