• Horror

The Ritual 2025

The Ritual (2025) is a supernatural horror–drama directed by David Midell, co‑written with Enrico Natale, and based on the infamous 1928 exorcism case of Emma Schmidt, also known as Anna Ecklund. The film dramatizes the multiple exorcisms performed over a prolonged ordeal, as two priests—a hardened veteran and a younger skeptic—must reconcile their differences to help Emma Schmidt amidst spiritual and personal crises.🎭 Critics Critics’ take: Largely negatively reviewed. The film is deemed formulaic and unoriginal, with routine exorcism tropes and uninspired direction. Pacino’s performance, while distinctive, is viewed as surprisingly subdued and misaligned with the material. Roger Ebert review notes its low-budget, handheld verité style that sacrifices clarity for realism, likening it to watching a shaky small screen. Ready Steady Cut highlights Pacino’s presence as its standout, even if the rest of the film offers nothing new. User reviews are polarized: Some praised its old‑school horror approach and strong cast: “Good old fashioned horror made for today” (IMDb user Beyondtherain, 7/10). Others slammed it as another generic exorcism flick: “One of the worst horror movies of this year” (IMDb user jared‑25331). Overall ratings hover around 5.8/10 (e.g. BookMyShow).📺 Streaming Status Currently only in theaters; as of early June no streaming platforms are offering it. Digital release (purchase & rental) likely begins June 27, 2025, via services like Apple TV or Amazon Prime Video, with a potential Netflix debut by late summer/early fall.ℹ️ Behind the Scenes Costumes were period-accurate to the late 1920s, designed by Grizelda Garza, who worked closely with Minnesota and California-based teams to outfit Pacino and cast in authentic priest and nun attire. Pacino reportedly appreciated the comfort and craftsmanship. Pacino revealed he had never seen The Exorcist, yet embraced the spiritual themes of The Ritual, and remarked on the eerie filming atmosphere at a cathedral crypt.💰 Box Office Performance Worldwide, The Ritual (2025) has grossed approximately $2.34 million at the global box office. According to Box Office Mojo: Domestic (U.S.): about $527,118 International: roughly $1.818 million Total worldwide gross: $2,345,162.There’s slight variation across sources — another international figure lists $1.812 million, totaling $2.34 million worldwide — but all reports are consistent at roughly $2.3 million global. So unless there’s been new earnings since mid‑July, the worldwide box office stands firmly in the $2.3–$2.4 million range.✅ Conclusion If you're drawn to historical exorcism stories or curious to see two powerhouses like Pacino and Stevens tackle religious horror, The Ritual might hold some interest. But if you’re seeking innovation, genuine suspense, or subtle psychological horror, critics say it’s largely a by‑the‑numbers exorcism flick with little to distinguish itself in a crowded genre. Read More

• 2025
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