The Corpse of Anna Fritz (2015)
The Corpse of Anna Fritz (2015) is a Spanish horror film directed and co-written by Hernández Vicens. Premiering at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Festival in Austin, Texas, the film quickly gained attention for its chilling premise and dark exploration of human nature.
Set within the confines of a hospital, the movie revolves around the events that unfold after the sudden death of a famous actress, Anna Fritz, whose lifeless body becomes the object of disturbing fascination. A psychological thriller with elements of horror, The Corpse of Anna Fritz delves into themes of exploitation, desire, and the consequences of objectifying others.
The film’s shocking twists, unnerving atmosphere, and exploration of moral boundaries make it a compelling and thought-provoking piece of cinema.
Set within the confines of a hospital, the movie revolves around the events that unfold after the sudden death of a famous actress, Anna Fritz, whose lifeless body becomes the object of disturbing fascination. A psychological thriller with elements of horror, The Corpse of Anna Fritz delves into themes of exploitation, desire, and the consequences of objectifying others.The film’s shocking twists, unnerving atmosphere, and exploration of moral boundaries make it a compelling and thought-provoking piece of cinema.The plot of The Corpse of Anna Fritz begins when the famous actress Anna Fritz is found ᴅᴇᴀᴅ under mysterious circumstances. When three hospital workers—medical ᴀssistant Pau (Alfonso Santiesteban), his best friend Javi (Carlos Pallarés), and a nurse named Monica (Xenia Tostado)—come across Anna’s body, their curiosity and desires take a dark turn.
With Anna’s celebrity status and the allure of her beauty, the three individuals decide to take advantage of the situation by secretly interacting with the deceased body. What begins as an impulsive and seemingly harmless act quickly escalates into something much more sinister. As the story progresses, the trio’s actions and the consequences that follow raise complex questions about respect, consent, and morality.
With Anna’s celebrity status and the allure of her beauty, the three individuals decide to take advantage of the situation by secretly interacting with the deceased body. What begins as an impulsive and seemingly harmless act quickly escalates into something much more sinister. As the story progresses, the trio’s actions and the consequences that follow raise complex questions about respect, consent, and morality.
