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Movie Review: The Exorcism Of God Is Something New And Scary

Alejandro Hidalgo’s ‘The Exorcism of God’ Now Possesses A 2022 Release Date

Alejandro Hidalgo’s (The House at the End of Time) new horror film The Exorcism of God, has just received its 2022 release date from Saban Films. The Exorcism of God made its premiere earlier this year at Fantastic Fest in Texas and is set in an isolated Mexican town, where Father Peter Williams (Will Beinbrink), “an American exorcist becomes possessed by the Devil, subsequently committing a terrible sacrilege. 18 years later, the consequences of his sin come back to haunt him, unleashing a battle within.” María Gabriela de Faría (Deadly Class) and Joseph Marcell (“The Sandman”) star in the film, opening in limited theaters and arriving on VOD on March 11, 2022. The trailer should arrive soon.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Dec 21, 2021

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The Identity Of The Boy Who Inspired ‘The Exorcist’ Finally Revealed

Did you know that one of the most iconic, and terrifying, horror films of all time, The Exorcist, is based on a true story, the possession of Roland Doe? Roland Doe is an alias. The boy’s real name has been kept secret for decades to protect him, until now. The magazine Skeptical Inquirer has now named the boy from the real 1949 possession case as Roland Edwin Hunkeler, who passed away last year just before his 86th birthday after suffering from a stroke at this home in Marriottsville, Maryland. Roland was a Nasa engine and contributed to the Apollo space mission and patented the tech that helps space shuttles panels withstand the heat of entering and exiting the earth’s atmosphere. A female friend of Roland’s told the New York Post that Hunkeler was terrified of people, especially his colleagues, discovering his secret. Directed by William Friedkin, The Exorcist took inspiration from Hunkler’s possession that occurred in the 1940s when he

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Dec 21, 2021

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True Story Inspired Horror ‘The Last Rite’ Is Now Out On Digital

Professional wrestler Leroy Kincaide makes his directorial debut with the possession horror The Last Rite, based on true events. In the film, written by Kincade, Lucy (Bethan Waller), a study from home medical student and sleep paralysis victim, moves in with her boyfriend and finds out all is not as it seems. Soon she falls prey to a demonic force hell-bent on ripping her apart from within. Torn between sanity and the unknown, Lucy is left with no alternative but to contact a local priest, Father Roberts for help. With time running out and the dark force consuming her from inside, Father Roberts is forced to make a choice, do the right thing and get the church involved, or help Lucy by conducting his own exorcism against the will of the church. Waller stars alongside Johnny Fleming, Kit Smith, Tara Hoyos-Martinez, and Ian Macnaughton. The Last Rite debuted on Digital and On Demand on November 26, 2021. We highly

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Nov 27, 2021

Supernatural Horror 'Agnes' Now Possesses An April Release Date

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Indie Horror ‘Agnes’ Possesses A New Trailer

Ahead of its December release, writer-director Mickey Reece‘s dark supernatural horror film Agnes possesses a new trailer. Co-written by John Selvidge, the film centers on a nun whose disturbing behavior sparks rumors of demonic possession at a remote convent. When a priest-in-waiting and his disillusioned mentor are sent to investigate, their methods backfire, leaving a wake of terror and trauma. Molly Quinn, Jake Horowitz, Sean Gunn, Chris Browning, Ben Hall, Mary Buss, and Chris Sullivan star in Agnes, produced by Jensine Carr, Molly Quinn, Elan Gale, Jacob Snovel, and Matthew Welty, and executive produced by Molly Quinn, Elan Gale, Matthew Welty, Adam Hendricks, Greg Gilreath, and Zac Locke. While you wait for the film’s December 10, 2021 release from Magnet, be sure to check out our interview with director Mickey Reece and our interview with star and producer Molly Quinn.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Nov 22, 2021

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This August The Supernatural Horror ‘The Old Ways’ Premieres On Netflix

There’s a horror film coming to Netflix that you don’t want to miss. After premiering at the Sitges Film Festival last October, The Old Ways is finally landing on the streaming service this month. In the supernatural horror film, “Cristina, a journalist of Mexican origins, travels to the home of her ancestors in Veracruz to investigate a story involving witchcraft and healers. Once there, she is kidnapped by a group of locals who claim that she’s possessed by the devil and that she needs to be exorcised. When she tries to escape this nightmarish situation, the woman starts to believe that her captors may actually be right…” Directed by Christopher Alender and written by Marcos Gabriel (Muppets Now, Memorial Day), The Old Ways stars Brigitte Kali Canales, Andrea Cortés, Julia Vera, and Sal Lopez. The Old Ways premieres on Netflix on August 25, 2021.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 18, 2021

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Actress/Producer Molly C. Quinn Talks ‘Agnes’, Faith, Trauma, & Horror In Our Interview

The supernatural horror-thriller Agnes is set to make its premiere at Tribeca. Ahead of its debut, we sat down with its star, Molly C. Quinn, to discuss not only her role but also how it affected her personally. Molly C. Quinn is a name you should recognize, she’s had roles in many films, such as We Are the Millers, Doctor Sleep, and Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 2, but you will probably recognize her more from her long-running series role on the crime series “Castle”, in which she played Alexis, Castle’s (Nathon Fillion) daughter. She’s easy to spot with her stunning long red hair. In Agnes, directed and co-written by Mickey Reece, a nun’s disturbing behavior sparks rumors of demonic possession at a remote convent. When a priest-in-waiting and his disillusioned mentor are sent to investigate, their methods backfire, leaving a wake of terror and trauma, and another nun struggling with her faith. Kelli McNeely: “Let me start by confessing

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 14, 2021

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Review: ‘Shock Docs: The Devil Made Me Do It’ Is Far More Frightening Than The Conjuring 3

Shock Docs has a history of putting out the best documentaries on frightening subjects such as the real stories from everything from the Amityville murders to documentaries about legendary killers like Ed Gein. They’re back again, this time with a documentary exploring the true story that inspired The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do it which just opened in theaters and premiered on HBO Max. Shock Docs: The Devil Made Me Do It dives deep into the true story of the case of Arne Johnson, who murdered his landlord and used the possession defense in court for the first time in American history. Arne Johnson’s (played in The Conjuring 3 by Ruairi O’Connor) experience with the supernatural began when his girlfriend and her family moved into a new house. Soon her little brother David began to show troubling signs of being possessed. That’s when the Warrens became involved. Out of desperation to help the young boy, Arne made the mistake

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 7, 2021

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Supernatural Horror ‘Agnes’ Possesses A New Trailer Ahead Of Tribeca Premiere

Ahead of its premiere at Tribeca, writer-director Mickey Reece‘s supernatural horror film Agnes possesses a new trailer. Co-written by John Selvidge, the film centers on a nun whose disturbing behavior sparks rumors of demonic possession at a remote convent. When a priest-in-waiting and his disillusioned mentor are sent to investigate, their methods backfire, leaving a wake of terror and trauma. Molly Quinn, Jake Horowitz, Sean Gunn, Chris Browning, Ben Hall, Mary Buss, and Chris Sullivan star in Agnes, produced by Jensine Carr, Molly Quinn, Elan Gale, Jacob Snovel, and Matthew Welty, and executive produced by Molly Quinn, Elan Gale, Matthew Welty, Adam Hendricks, Greg Gilreath, and Zac Locke. While you wait for the film’s release date to be announced, be sure to check out our interview with director Mickey Reece who discusses Agnes as well as his other two recent films.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jun 2, 2021

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“Evil” Gets A Demon Filled Season Two Trailer

One of the best series to premiere last year was CBS’ “Evil“. We’ve spent a year eagerly waiting for season two. The trailer is out and judging by the looks of it, it has been worth the wait! In season one, a skeptical female clinical psychologist (Katja Herbers) joins a troubled priest-in-training (Mike Colter) and a blue-collar contractor (Aasif Mandvi) as they investigate supposed miracles, demonic possession, and other extraordinary occurrences through the eye of science then religion to see if there’s a scientific explanation or if something truly supernatural is at work. It appears this season each team member will be faced with their own demons and supernatural battles whiling conducting investigations, grizzly murders, demons, monsters, and more. The cast also includes Michael Emerson, Christine Lahti, Brooklyn Shuck, Kurt Fuller, Skylar Gray, Maddy Crocco, and Dalya Knapp. The series is produced by CBS Studios in association with King Size Productions. Robert King, Liz Glotzer, Michelle King, and Rockne S.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

May 31, 2021

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PTSD Turns Out To Be Possession In ‘The Refuge’ From ‘Die Hard 2’ Director

Renny Harlin is set to direct the new military-themed horror film The Refuge, by sci-fi, action writer Ben Sztajnkrycer, Deadline reports. The movie centers on “Sergeant Rick Pedroni, who comes home to his wife Kate changed and dangerous after suffering an attack by a mysterious force during combat in Afghanistan. Officials say her husband suffered a heavy brain injury, but Kate knows it is more than PTSD. As Rick undergoes unsettling therapy with other traumatized soldiers, Kate discovers he has been possessed by a malevolent spirit.” Yariv Lerner, Rob Van Norden, Gary Lucchesi, Michael McKay, and Harlin are producing the movie which is a Revelations Entertainment and B2Y production. Highland Film Group’s Delphine Perrier and Arianne Fraser are Executive Producing alongside Revelations Entertainment’s Kelly Mendelsohn. I love making horror films because of the visual opportunities and character studies they offer. The Refuge is a terrifying journey into the deepest corners of the human spirit. It’s not just a regular horror

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Apr 4, 2021

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