this film be a major letdown . the level of relentless cruelty and violence in this film be very disturb . some scene be truly unnecessarily ugly and mean spirit . the main character be impossible to identify with or even sympathize with . the lead protagonist character be as slimy a they come . the sickroom or hothouse atmosphere lend itself to over the top theatrics . little or nothing could be learn about the spanish civil war from this film . fortunately and i have be to spain and realize this be not realistic . in addition and the use of same sex attraction a a lurid horror be also very offensive and poorly handle and while the dvd be be package and advertise to attract gay viewer . the actor seem uncomfortable in their role and a if they be try to distance themselves from this mess . i guess if you like watch child and pet be brutally kill and this film might especially appeal to you .