What’s up, horror fiends? This week on the podcast, we’re diving headfirst into the eerie, Vatican-centric world of exorcism horror with 2023's The Pope’s Exorcist. Joining me once again is Shoky from the Now, You Made It Awkward Podcast, and together, we break down the film’s gothic horror atmosphere, intense action-thriller elements, and its deeper themes of faith, doubt, and institutional secrecy.

Does The Pope’s Exorcist stand out in the crowded world of exorcism films, or is it just another flick full of spinning heads and Latin chants? We explore the movie’s unique take on supernatural horror, dissect its strengths and weaknesses, and question whether it brings something fresh to the genre.

The Pope’s Exorcist is a 2023 supernatural horror film. It is based on the writings of real-life exorcist Father Gabriele Amorth. The film stars Russell Crowe as Amorth. The story follows his investigation into a young boy’s possession in Spain, which leads him to uncover a sinister conspiracy buried deep within the Vatican’s history. As Father Gabrielle delves into the case, he encounters disturbing supernatural phenomena, challenging his faith and forcing him to confront long-hidden secrets about the Church’s past.

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