Deliver Us from Evil

A tough NYPD detective investigating a series of disturbing crimes in New York City finds himself drawn into an ancient and terrifying supernatural phenomenon. As the crimes escalate, he must team up with an unconventional priest to confront the demonic forces responsible. The lines between the natural and supernatural blur as he battles to save not only the city but also his own family from an encroaching evil.

Deliver Us from Evil received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the film to be a generic and predictable horror entry. While some praised the atmosphere and occasional jump scares, many felt the plot was muddled, the characters underdeveloped, and the supernatural elements unoriginal. Audiences were also somewhat divided, with many finding it a standard, albeit occasionally tense, supernatural thriller.

• Despite a promising premise and some atmospheric tension, the film ultimately succumbs to clichéd horror tropes and a lack of originality.
• Critics found the supernatural elements unconvincing and the plot overly familiar, failing to deliver genuine scares.
• While some appreciated the performances of the lead actors, the overall execution was deemed disappointing and forgettable.

Google audience: Google users expressed mixed feelings, with many finding the film to be a standard horror flick that offered some suspense but lacked a truly engaging or unique story. Some viewers enjoyed the jump scares and the dark atmosphere, while others were critical of its predictable plot and uninspired scares, feeling it didn't live up to its potential.

Director Scott Derrickson stated that he was inspired to make the film after a personal encounter with a supposed possession incident he witnessed as a child.