The Vatican Exorcisms
The Vatican Exorcisms

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The Vatican Exorcisms

2013
Movie
77 min
English

The Vatican Exorcisms was shot by Joe Marino, an American film-maker who went to Italy to shed light on the phenomenon of exorcisms. Accompanied by Padre Luigi, a true exorcist, Joe travels to the south of Italy, a place where the sacred and profane have always lived together, where Christian rituals are inextricably linked to the pagan ones.

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IMDb3.4/10
Director: Michael FloresGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman named Monica is believed to be possessed by a demon and is brought to the Vatican for an exorcism. As the exorcism progresses, dark secrets about Monica's past and the nature of her possession begin to surface. The priests involved must confront not only the entity within Monica but also disturbing truths that threaten their faith and the institution itself.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, with many citing its derivative plot, weak performances, and reliance on horror clichés. Audience reception was also poor, with common complaints about the slow pacing and lack of genuine scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on typical possession movie tropes without adding anything new.

  • The acting is unconvincing and fails to generate any emotional connection.

  • Lacks suspense and relies on cheap jump scares that don't land.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally echo critical sentiments, often noting the film's predictability and lack of originality. Some viewers found the attempt at a dark, psychological horror disappointing.

Fun Fact

Despite its title and subject matter, 'The Vatican Exorcisms' was filmed in Italy but is not an official Vatican production and was not sanctioned by the Holy See.

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