Tigers Are Not Afraid 2017
"Who lives in your fantasies?"
A haunting blend of fantasy and horror, *Tigers Are Not Afraid (2017)* directed by Issa López weaves a grimly poetic tale of childhood lost in the shadows of violence.
Director: Issa López
Cast
Paola Lara
Estrella
Juan Ramón López
El Shine
Ianis Guerrero
Caco
Rodrigo Cortes
Pop
Hanssel Casillas
Tucsi
Nery Arredondo
Maxwell "Morrito" Vázquez
Tenoch Huerta Mejía
El Chino
Benny Emmanuel
Brayan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tigers Are Not Afraid (2017) about?
The film follows Estrella, a young girl left alone when her mother disappears, who joins a gang of orphaned children on the streets. As they struggle to survive, they confront both human predators and supernatural forces, blurring the line between fantasy and harsh reality.
Who directed Tigers Are Not Afraid?
The film was directed by Issa López, a Mexican filmmaker known for her bold and atmospheric storytelling.
Who stars in Tigers Are Not Afraid?
The cast includes Paola Lara as Estrella, Juan Ramón López, Ianis Guerrero, Rodrigo Cortes, and Hanssel Casillas.
Is Tigers Are Not Afraid (2017) worth watching?
Despite its grim subject matter, *Tigers Are Not Afraid* is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant film that blends horror and fantasy in a unique way. Its poignant themes and strong performances make it a memorable watch for fans of thought-provoking cinema.
How long is Tigers Are Not Afraid?
The runtime of *Tigers Are Not Afraid* is 83 minutes.
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About Tigers Are Not Afraid (2017) — A dark fairy tale of childhood and loss set against violence
A haunting blend of fantasy and horror, *Tigers Are Not Afraid (2017)* directed by Issa López weaves a grimly poetic tale of childhood lost in the shadows of violence. When young Estrella's mother vanishes without a trace, the resourceful girl finds herself on the unforgiving streets, where she joins a tight-knit gang of streetwise children scraping by in a world that has already stolen their innocence. The film's eerie atmosphere is charged with themes of abandonment, resilience, and the blurred line between reality and imagination, as Estrella grapples with the ghosts of her past while navigating a world that feels both magical and merciless.
López's striking visual storytelling and the raw performances from Paola Lara as Estrella and her young co-stars create a deeply moving experience, where fear and hope dance in uneasy harmony. The story unfolds like a dark fairy tale, where the children's fantasies offer fleeting solace from the horrors around them, but the real monsters may not be the supernatural forces they imagine.
*Tigers Are Not Afraid (2017)* is a poignant yet chilling exploration of survival, where the innocence of youth collides with the brutal realities of life.
