The Devil's Doorway
The Devil's Doorway

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The Devil's Doorway

2018
Movie
76 min
English

In the autumn of 1960, Father Thomas Riley and Father John Thornton were sent by the Vatican to investigate a miraculous event in an Irish home for 'fallen women', only to uncover something much more horrific.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Director: Jason FiggisGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In 1840s Ireland, a curate investigates a series of mysterious deaths at a remote manor house, only to uncover a dark secret involving a local family and ancient evils. As he delves deeper, he finds himself increasingly entangled in a supernatural struggle that threatens his faith and his life.

Critical Reception

The Devil's Doorway received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and visual style, though some found the pacing and narrative to be uneven. It was noted for its effective blend of historical setting and supernatural horror elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gothic atmosphere and unsettling tone.

  • Some critics found the plot convoluted and the scares less impactful than intended.

  • The film's visual presentation and historical setting were frequently highlighted.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available, but general feedback suggests a polarizing experience, with some appreciating the ambitious horror elements and others finding it lacking in clarity or consistent frights.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in County Wicklow, Ireland, adding to its authentic and atmospheric historical setting.

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2 reviews
Wiccaburr

Wiccaburr

<I>Evil is in all of us.</I> This movie is decent in the way of story and pacing. However, the found footage techniques and cliches used in horror movies before this are definitely noticeable. This won't wow horror and found footage f...

Stephen Campbell

Stephen Campbell

**_Unexpectedly impressive_** > _I couldn't get my mind around how the sisters could leave that home in 1961, close the gates when it closed down, with 796 children buried beneath in the tunnels in coffins, a lot of them in the sewage ta...