The Unholy

The Unholy is a horror mystery film directed by Jeffrey Dean Morgan, based on James Herbert's bestselling novel, Shrine. The film follows a young hearing-impaired girl named Alice who lives in a small town in New England. One day, Alice is visited by the Virgin Mary and suddenly gains the ability to hear, speak, and heal the sick. As people from all over flock to witness her miracles, terrifying events begin to unfold. The film stars Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Gerald "Gerry" Fenn, a disgraced journalist who sees Alice's story as a way to revive his career. Cricket Brown plays Alice Pagett, the young girl at the center of the miraculous events. William Sadler stars as Father William Hagan, a priest who becomes embroiled in the mystery surrounding Alice's powers. The Unholy is a gripping and suspenseful tale that delves into the dark side of faith and the power of the unknown. As Alice's miracles become more frequent and elaborate, the film raises questions about the true nature of her powers and the forces that may be at work behind them. Is Alice's ability to heal a divine gift, or is it something much more sinister? The film's atmosphere is eerie and unsettling, with a sense of foreboding that permeates every scene. The cinematography captures the isolated and rural setting of the small town, where the residents are fiercely protective of their traditions and beliefs. The sound design is particularly effective, using silence and sound effects to create a sense of tension and unease. The performances in the film are strong, particularly from Cricket Brown as Alice. Her portrayal of a young girl struggling to understand her newfound powers is convincing and empathetic. Jeffrey Dean Morgan brings a sense of cynicism and desperation to his role as Gerry, a journalist who will stop at nothing to get his story. William Sadler brings a sense of gravitas to his role as Father Hagan, a man of faith who is torn between his duty to protect Alice and his growing suspicion about the true nature of her powers. Overall, The Unholy is a well-crafted horror mystery film that effectively builds tension and suspense throughout its runtime. It raises questions about faith, power,and the unknown, leaving the audience to ponder long after the credits roll.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The Unholy include Nosferatu, Life, Speak No Evil, The Empty Man, Nope, Oddity.

The Unholy was released in theaters on April 2, 2021.

The Unholy was released for streaming on July 9, 2021.