The Orphanage (El Orfanato)

"The Orphanage" (El Orfanato) is a 2007 Spanish supernatural horror film directed by J.A. Bayona. It follows Laura, who reopens her childhood home—once an orphanage—to potentially reopen it as a care facility for special children. When her adopted son Simón goes missing, she experiences unsettling supernatural events, revealing dark secrets from the past. The film explores themes of grief, loss, and the power of love, blending emotional storytelling with chilling, atmospheric horror. It is praised for its emotional depth, suspenseful narrative, and compelling characters, making it both a haunting horror film and a poignant story about maternal devotion.