In 'the real mexican horror story', there may be stories related to the Day of the Dead. While the Day of the Dead is a celebration of the deceased, some horror elements could be derived from it. For instance, the idea that the spirits might not be as friendly as they are supposed to be during the celebration. Also, the Mexican underworld mythology could play a role, with demons and dark entities that lurk in the shadows of their cultural beliefs.
Well, it might include the spooky settings like the old haciendas or the desolate deserts. There could also be tales of witches or warlocks with their own unique Mexican twists. For example, the use of Mexican herbs and spells in their dark magic. And the concept of cursed objects which are often part of horror stories around the world could also be presented in a very Mexican - cultural context.
The unique monsters and entities. As I mentioned before, things like La Llorona and Nahual are not found in other horror traditions in the same way. They bring a distinct flavor to the horror. For example, La Llorona is not just a simple ghost story. It has deep roots in Mexican society and the way it is told in 'Real Mexican Horror Story' is different from how it might be presented elsewhere. The sense of guilt and punishment associated with her story is very Mexican in nature.
Perhaps there are brujas (witches). They are often main characters in Mexican horror stories.
Well, one could be the story of La Llorona. In Mexican horror, La Llorona is a weeping woman. Legend has it that she drowned her own children in a fit of rage or jealousy and now wanders, crying near rivers and lakes, often luring others to their doom.
Another aspect is the violence within the jails. Gangs often have a strong presence, and new inmates may be targeted. For example, they could be forced to join a gang or face brutal beatings. There have been cases where inmates have been killed over disputes related to drugs or territory inside the jail.
Well, 'El Silbón' is a well - known Mexican horror story. It tells of a young man who was cursed for disrespecting his father. He now wanders the earth, whistling, and bringing misfortune. Also, the story of 'El Cucuy' is very common. It's a monster that scares naughty children.
Well, there are stories like the Mexican bride who was only interested in getting a green card through marriage. She faked her love for the groom and once she got her legal status, she disappeared. Another horror story could be a bride who brought along a lot of superstitions and strange rituals into the marriage. For example, she believed in some black magic - related things and it scared the groom and his family a great deal. There are also cases where the bride was extremely jealous and possessive from the start, making the groom's life miserable.
Well, there are stories where some Mexican dentists overcharge tourists. They might give an initial quote for a simple filling, but then during the procedure, they claim there are more problems and end up charging a huge amount that the patient wasn't expecting. Also, there are cases where dentists have misdiagnosed patients, for example, saying a tooth needs extraction when it could have been saved with a simple treatment.
It's a mix. While there are real - life events like hikers getting lost in the vast ruins or archaeologists having accidents during excavations, the more supernatural aspects are often added later. People love to add a touch of the macabre to their stories. So, when someone says they saw a ghostly figure in a Mexican ruin, it could be a trick of the light combined with their overactive imagination, but there may also be a kernel of truth in the feeling of dread they experienced.
One common element is accommodation issues like overbooking or dirty rooms. Another is problems with food, such as getting food poisoning. Also, issues with transportation, like unreliable rental cars or getting scammed by taxi drivers.
Poor hygiene is a common one. In some stories, the dental tools are not properly sterilized, which can lead to infections. For example, a patient might get a gum infection after a routine cleaning just because the tools were dirty.