While visiting family in Mexico, a lonely boy befriends a mythical creature hiding on his grandfather's ranch and embarks on the adventure of a lifetime.
Practical Effects
Chupa's puppet design is genuinely adorable.
Cinematography
Mexican landscapes look absolutely gorgeous.
Director
Jonás Cuarón
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Director Jonás Cuarón is Alfonso Cuarón's son, making this a family affair in more ways than one.
The film deliberately softens the chupacabra legend—traditionally a blood-sucking menace—to create a cuddly E.T. analog for Mexican-American kids.
US
