The Ritual

In "The Ritual," two priests are thrust together to confront a daunting exorcism challenge. Father Joseph, a young priest grappling with his wavering faith, is reluctantly paired with the seasoned Father Theophilus, who carries the weight of a troubled past. Their mission is to free a tormented young woman named Emma from a malevolent force that manifests through violent outbursts and disturbing behavior. As they navigate their clashing approaches to faith and exorcism, the tension mounts, revealing the complexities of belief and the haunting shadows of their own histories. Set against a backdrop of 1920s Catholicism, the film explores themes of faith, doubt, and the struggle between good and evil, all while delivering a familiar yet unsettling narrative that echoes traditional exorcism tales.