Heretic

Heretic

Year: 2024

Runtime: 1 h 50 m

Language: english

Directors: Bryan Woods, Scott Beck

Echo Score: 76

Budget: $10M

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Two young missionaries find themselves in a dangerous situation when they encounter the sinister Mr. Reed (Hugh Grant). He lures them into a perilous game of cat-and-mouse, forcing them to confront the limits of their faith.

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1

Discussion on Pornography

The film opens with two Mormon missionaries, Sister Barnes and Sister Paxton, engaging in a conversation about pornography. Paxton shares her feelings of guilt after watching a video, expressing concern for the actress involved.

2

Prank at the Park

While walking around town to spread their message, the missionaries encounter a group of teenage girls. The group plays a mean prank on Paxton by pulling down her skirt to see if she’s wearing 'magic underwear', highlighting the mockery they often face.

3

Visit to Mr. Reed

Seeking refuge from the rain, the missionaries arrive at the home of Mr. Reed, an Englishman. Initially hesitant, they enter his home when he mentions that his wife is inside, which is essential for their entry.

Mr. Reed's House
4

Conversations with Reed

Inside, Mr. Reed engages the sisters in deep discussions about religion, including his own studies of Mormonism. Tension arises when he makes sensitive comments about Sister Barnes’s deceased father, foreshadowing the unsettling events to come.

Mr. Reed's House
5

The Locked Door

Feeling increasingly uncomfortable, the sisters attempt to leave but discover the front door is locked. Without mobile signal, they attempt to escape through the back, only to find Reed waiting with an extensive library.

Back of Mr. Reed's House
6

The Two Doors

Reed presents them with two doors labeled 'belief' and 'disbelief'. He challenges their faith, suggesting their choice will determine their fate, before they ultimately choose the 'belief' door, believing it to be a way out.

Mr. Reed's House
7

Down the Dungeon

The missionaries are led down a dark staircase into an underground dungeon. With dread setting in, they realize that there may be no way out and their earlier choice may have dire consequences.

Dungeon
8

The Prophet's Arrival

A decrepit old woman, labeled the 'Prophet', appears in the dungeon holding a messy blueberry pie. Reed announces that the pie has been poisoned, and he claims they are about to witness a miracle involving the Prophet.

Dungeon
9

First Attempt at Rescue

Elder Kennedy notices Sister Barnes and Sister Paxton’s absence and begins searching for them. Despite their urgent pleas for help, Kennedy leaves before finding them, increasing the tension and urgency of their situation.

10

Barnes's Revelation

As the supposed miracle unfolds, Reed gloatingly explains the nature of the 'resurrection'. In a shocking turn, Barnes reveals her own near-death experience, challenging Reed on his claims of miracles.

Dungeon
11

Tragic Turn of Events

In a brutal moment, Reed slashes Barnes's throat, proclaiming she will resurrect. The horror escalates as he attempts to prove his claims about her existence, introducing a sinister twist to their entrapment.

Dungeon
12

Paxton's Discovery

Paxton realizes the second Prophet was merely an actress following Reed's directives. She descends into the trap door leading to a hidden truth about the control Reed exerts over others, fueling her resolve to fight back.

Dungeon
13

Fight for Survival

As tensions peak, Paxton stabs Reed with a hidden letter opener, but he retaliates by stabbing her. In this brutal showdown, they confront the reality of their dire situation and the twisted belief Reed held.

Dungeon
14

Final Sacrifice

In a climactic moment of desperation, Sister Barnes reappears to save Paxton but collapses into her arms. Their bond is solidified in this moment of sacrifice, representing hope amidst despair.

Dungeon
15

Escape into the Morning Light

Finally, Paxton finds a window and escapes as dawn breaks. As she watches a butterfly land on her hand, she recalls her desire to return as one in the next life, embracing a new beginning against all odds.

Last Updated: November 25, 2024 at 19:24

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