The Unholy
Director: Camilo Vila
Actors: Ben Cross, Hal Holbrook, Ruben Rabasa
PlotFather Michael, a young priest, is unexpectedly assigned to take over St. Agnes, a parish in New Orleans, following the mysterious and brutal deaths of two prior priests. A series of eerie occurrences unfolds as he starts his new position. He soon learns that these priests' deaths might be connected to a malevolent force inhabiting the church. With the guidance of Archbishop Mosely and the support of his fellow clergy, Father Michael delves into the history of his new church, discovering the ancient and demonic roots tied to its foundation. As supernatural events escalate, his faith and resolve are continually tested.
Driven by a need to protect his parishioners, Father Michael confronts the malevolent entities that seem to be linked to the recurring rituals within the church. He encounters a series of individuals who have dark pasts intertwined with these sinister forces, and with each revelation, the danger to himself and others increases. The intensity of the hauntings amplifies, pushing him further into a world where conventional religious practices are challenged by ancient evils. He must decipher cryptic clues and face terrifying apparitions in his quest to understand and combat the evil that threatens to consume the church and its devotees.
Writers: Philip Yordan, Fernando Fonseca
Release Date: 22 Apr 1988
Runtime: 102 min
Rating: R
Country: United States, United Kingdom
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
A solid yet unsuspenseful horror film, 'The Unholy' shines with practical effects and abundant extras, though video quality occasionally struggles.
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