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Heretic (2024)

Heretic (2024)

7.2

Though more philosophical than your typical horror film, Heretic still delivers the right amount of jump scares and thrills

Movie

United States of America
Danish, English
Horror, Thriller
2024

TLDR

Never thought I’d find myself rooting for two Mormon leads, but here we are.

What it's about

When Mormon missionaries visit the home of a recluse, things get increasingly tense as it becomes clear things are not what they appear to be in his maze of a house.

The take

Heretic starts slow and talky, veering into philosophical territory as Hugh Grant’s creepy Mr. Reed drills Sisters Barnes (Sophie Thatcher) and Paxton (Chloe East) about faith and religion. But pretty soon, it turns into an utterly gripping escape thriller and supernatural mystery. Some things about the movie will frustrate you, and even more will have you questioning life itself. But there’s no doubt Heretic will keep you on the edge of your seat, maybe even with one of your eyes half closed.

What stands out

Apart from Hugh Grant singing Creep, which feels etched into my brain, that ending will have you thinking about it for days.

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