This collection of films delves into the chilling realm of mystical curses, focusing on the dark and often malevolent powers wielded by priests or religious figures. These movies not only entertain but also offer a glimpse into cultural fears and the supernatural, making them a fascinating watch for those intrigued by the intersection of faith, power, and the occult.

The Exorcist (1973)
Description: A classic horror film where a young girl is possessed by a demon, and two priests attempt an exorcism, showcasing the battle between good and evil.
Fact: The film was nominated for ten Academy Awards, winning two, and it's often credited with popularizing the horror genre.


The Amityville Horror (1979)
Description: While not strictly about a priestly curse, it involves a family tormented by supernatural forces, with a priest attempting to bless the house.
Fact: The film is based on the alleged real-life haunting of the Lutz family in Amityville, New York.


The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005)
Description: A dramatization of the trial of a priest accused of negligent homicide after performing an exorcism on a young woman who later died.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the real-life case of Anneliese Michel, a German woman who underwent exorcisms.


The Rite (2011)
Description: Based on true events, this film follows a skeptical seminary student who trains to become an exorcist, encountering real demonic possession.
Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Rite: The Making of a Modern Exorcist" by Matt Baglio.


The Last Exorcism (2010)
Description: A disillusioned priest allows a documentary crew to film his final exorcism, only to find himself facing a real demonic presence.
Fact: The film was shot in a found footage style, adding to its realism and intensity.


The Devil Inside (2012)
Description: A documentary-style film about a woman who seeks to understand her mother's involvement in a botched exorcism, leading to her own encounters with the demonic.
Fact: The film ends with a controversial cliffhanger, directing viewers to a website for more information.


Deliver Us from Evil (2014)
Description: A New York police sergeant teams up with an unconventional priest to investigate a series of bizarre crimes linked to demonic possession.
Fact: The film is inspired by the book "Beware the Night" by Ralph Sarchie, a real-life NYPD officer.


The Possession of Hannah Grace (2018)
Description: A morgue worker encounters the body of a young woman who was killed during an exorcism, only to find that her spirit is still very much alive and malevolent.
Fact: The film uses a unique setting of a morgue to explore themes of possession and the afterlife.


The Nun (2018)
Description: Set in the 'The Conjuring' universe, this film explores the origins of the demonic nun Valak, involving a priest and a novitiate investigating a haunted abbey.
Fact: The character of Valak was inspired by a demon mentioned in the 17th-century book "The Lesser Key of Solomon."


The Vatican Tapes (2015)
Description: A young woman becomes possessed by a demon, leading to an investigation by Vatican officials and a desperate attempt to save her soul.
Fact: The film explores themes of faith and the Vatican's secretive exorcism practices.
