
The Pope's Exorcist
Inspired by the actual files of Father Gabriele Amorth, Chief Exorcist of the Vatican.
Directed by Julius Avery
Produced by Screen Gems, 2.0 Entertainment
A supernatural thriller that blends demonic possession horror with Vatican conspiracy, grounded in religious faith and institutional skepticism.
Father Gabriele Amorth, Chief Exorcist of the Vatican, investigates a young boy's terrifying possession and ends up uncovering a centuries-old conspiracy the Vatican has desperately tried to keep hidden.
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Is The Pope's Exorcist scary? Yes. More frightening than 76% of films.
Is The Pope's Exorcist violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is The Pope's Exorcist easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is The Pope's Exorcist sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does The Pope's Exorcist end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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