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Scary supernatural characters in animated Mexican tale.
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La Leyenda de las Momias de Guanajuato
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What's the Story?
In LA LEYENDA DE LAS MOMIAS DE GUANAJUATO, while traveling through Guanajuato, Mexico, to rescue his friend Xochitl, Leo San Juan discovers that a portal has been opened between the living and the dead. As a result, the city is overrun by mummies. With his friends—Teodora, Don Andrés, Alebrije and his cousin, and the Sugar Skulls—Leo battles through obstacles to reach the one responsible for the chaos.
Is It Any Good?
In this solid installment of the Las Leyendas (The Legends) franchise, central character Leo San Juan remains the same introverted and likable hero. La Leyenda de las Momias de Guanajuato references the actual mummies of Guanajuato as characters, but it provides no historical context or explanation for their existence. Visually, the film richly recreates various Mexican locations. By addressing themes of love and attachment, the story conveys the importance of letting go of deceased loved ones emotionally while recognizing that they remain present on another plane of existence. Leo undergoes meaningful internal conflicts, but the subplots involving secondary characters devolve into pointless anecdotes.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the scary moments in La Leyenda de las Momias de Guanajuato. Did you find them too scary or did the fantasy elements make them feel less intense?
Which characters showed perseverance, courage, and teamwork? Why are these important character strengths? Can you think of times you've shown these in your own life?
Have you seen any of the other films from the Las Leyendas (The Legends) franchise? How did this compare?
Movie Details
- In theaters : October 30, 2014
- On DVD or streaming : October 22, 2015
- Cast : Benny Emmanuel , Andres Couturier , Mayte Cordero
- Director : Alberto Rodriguez
- Inclusion Information : Latino Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Videocine
- Genre : Anime
- Topics : Adventures , Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Fantasy ( Magic , Monsters ) , Friendship , History , Holidays ( Día de los Muertos )
- Character Strengths : Courage , Curiosity , Teamwork
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- Last updated : November 20, 2025
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