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Dominion: Prequel to The Exorcist

Dominion: Prequel to The Exorcist

2005 · 116 min · EN · R · 5.3 (443 votes)
Dir. Paul Schrader · Starring Stellan Skarsgård, Clara Bellar, Gabriel Mann, Billy Crawford, Julian Wadham, Andrew French · Music Angelo Badalamenti · The Exorcist Collection

“Go back before the beginning, to the place where evil was born.”

Horror

Father Merrin takes a sabbatical from the Church to devote himself to history and archaeology as he struggles with his shattered faith.

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A deeply unsettling journey into the heart of darkness, where ancient evil clashes with profound personal trauma. The film's oppressive atmosphere and stark visuals create a palpable sense of dread, making for a grim and disturbing experience.

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