Faith is powerful and terrifying.
This tag dives into films shaped by belief, exploring how religion can heal, harm, or horrify.
These stories are not limited to traditional exorcism tales. They span institutional power, theological horror, and personal struggles with faith.
Examples include the church secrets of Stigmata, the religious cult in Midsommar, and the nuanced spirituality of Saint Maud.
Whether reverent or irreverent, these films explore the collision of the sacred and the profane, delving into stories shaped by belief, from institutional power and spiritual awe to the unsettling realms of theological horror.
Mother of Movies review of ‘The Remaining’ (2014). Explore apocalyptic faith-based horror dissecting cinematic highs and frustrating lows with our signature dark wit.
Nuhash Humayun’s DUI SHAW, a horror anthology series and TV show premiered at Fantasia Film Festival 2025. Tales of sin, fate, psychological torment, and artistic expression, all wrapped in a gritty, humorous, and visually stunning package. This Bangladeshi genre film is a must-watch for those who crave thought-provoking, non-spoilery cinematic experiences.
Ti West’s The House of the Devil (2009) is a hypnotic homage to ’70s horror, filmed on 16mm, full of satanic tension, and anchored by an unforgettable final girl. What begins with a flyer and a payphone spirals into blood rituals, lunar eclipses, and a drugged pizza. A chilling cult classic now streaming on AMC+ & Shudder.
Shudder 2025s Shadow of God, by the director of KnuckleBall | Michael Peterson. An exorcism priest battles the leader of a cult. #Religioushorror
Hugh Grant’s sinister turn in Heretic (2024) makes for a clever horror-thriller that blends philosophical musings with nerve-shredding tension.
Minnie and Roman are sex traffickers for the Devil. Before Rosemary successfully produced an heir, Terri almost did. Apartment 7A Review 2024.
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