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Poison for the Fairies (1986) · Veneno para las hadas

Original title: Veneno para las hadas

1986 · Carlos Enrique Taboada · 90 min · Mexico · Edited by 1

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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.

A 1986 title built around Fantástico and Latin American horror. Directed by Carlos Enrique Taboada.

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Portuguese: Veneno Para as Fadas
Chinese: 給仙女的毒藥

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