Immaculate
Immaculate

Movie spotlight

Immaculate

2021
Movie
114 min
Romanian

When young Daria enters rehab to kick the drug habit her first love left her with, her perceived innocence saves her from the sexual advances of the mostly male junkies inside and gains her their protection. Suddenly thrown into the spotlight and enjoying the attention, Daria soon finds out that special treatment comes at a great price.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes64%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users83%
Director: Michael MohanGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A devout young American woman, Sister Cecilia, embarks on a new life at a revered convent in the Italian countryside. Her faith is tested when she discovers the convent holds dark and terrifying secrets, including a mysterious pregnancy that defies explanation. As sinister forces surround her, Cecilia must confront her deepest fears and fight for her survival.

Critical Reception

Immaculate received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised Sydney Sweeney's performance and the film's atmospheric horror elements. Some critics found the plot predictable or gratuitous, while others appreciated its bold approach to religious horror and its shocking twists.

What Reviewers Say

  • Sydney Sweeney delivers a powerhouse performance as a nun facing horrific circumstances.

  • The film is praised for its stylish direction and unsettling atmosphere.

  • While occasionally veering into predictable territory, its shocking moments and commitment to its religious horror theme are notable.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful atmosphere and Sydney Sweeney's compelling performance, with many finding the horror elements effective and the ending impactful. Some viewers felt the plot was somewhat derivative of other religious horror films, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

Sydney Sweeney, who also served as an executive producer, actively sought out the role after reading the script, drawn to the complex character and the film's exploration of faith and horror.

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