I don't know, some people just love to jump all over certain minor films and exalt them. "Spirit of the Beehive" is one of them. I read all those theories about the allusions to Franco, Spain, etc. Come on, there is no emotional/spiritual reward for suddenly connecting Frankenstein to the father, or Franco, etc.! And what was that pointless anatomy scene in the school? There is a hint of drama between Ana and the refugee, and also the father, but it's not enough to hold this film up. One of the best films about childhood?!! Oh please, this film can't even touch other masterpieces like The 400 Blows or Pixote. I'm sorry but this film is simply too aloof and disconnected to merit further discussion/interest.