Rita

After fleeing from an abusive father to a large city, thirteen-year-old Rita is placed in a state-run safe house. While there, she and other girls who are tired of being exploited plan an escape. This attempt to find freedom culminates in a sudden act of violence.

Directed and written by Jayro Bustamante, this 2024 production is the second film in a sequence that includes La Llorona from 2019 and Mountains of Fire from 2026. A joint effort between Guatemala and the United States, the film was produced by Jayro Bustamante, Gustavo Matheu, and Jonathan King. The cast is led by Giuliana Santa Cruz in the title role, alongside Ángela Quevedo, Alejandra Vázquez, Isabel Aldana, Glendy Rucal, and Ernesto Molina Samperio.

The movie has a runtime of 107 minutes and blends elements of drama, fantasy, and horror. Based on user feedback, the film holds a moderate reception, with a rating of 5.9/10 on IMDb from 336 votes and a score of 6/10 on TMDB from 10 votes.