Devil's Knot

Devil's Knot

2013 · 114 min · EN · NR · 6.2 (718 votes)
Dir. Atom Egoyan · Starring Colin Firth, Reese Witherspoon, Dane DeHaan, Mireille Enos, Bruce Greenwood, Elias Koteas · Music Mychael Danna

They say the crimes were satanic. The truth may be scarier.

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The savage murders of three young children sparks a controversial trial of three teenagers accused of killing the kids as part of a satanic ritual.

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This film delivers a somber, unsettling experience, steeped in the grim reality of a community grappling with unspeakable tragedy and the ensuing moral panic. It's a slow-burn exploration of injustice and prejudice within a flawed system, leaving a lingering sense of melancholic frustration and quiet rage. The atmosphere is heavy, demanding contemplation.

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