The Great and Terrible Day of the Lord

The Great and Terrible Day of the Lord

She was warned, He works in mysterious ways.

Directed by Jared Jay Mason, Clark Runciman

Produced by Dog & Pony Pictures

2021121 min6.9 / 10

A claustrophobic psychological thriller that weaponizes religious faith and intimate trust, leaving viewers suspended between supernatural horror and domestic gaslighting.

On Michael and Gabby's first romantic get-away things takes a terrifying turn when God delivers unsettling news to Gabby after taking over Michael's body. Is Michael a manipulative psychopath or could this really be a direct experience with her creator offering a path to eternal happiness?

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  • Is The Great and Terrible Day of the Lord scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 94% of films.

  • Is The Great and Terrible Day of the Lord easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 86% of films.

  • Does The Great and Terrible Day of the Lord end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.

  • Is The Great and Terrible Day of the Lord sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.

  • Is The Great and Terrible Day of the Lord violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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