The Vatican Tapes

The Vatican Tapes

Year: 2015

Runtime: 91 min

Language: English

Director: Mark Neveldine

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In this chilling thriller, a devout cleric faces off against a malevolent evil to claim the soul of a vulnerable young woman. As the stakes grow higher, the fate of humanity hangs precariously in the balance, threatening global catastrophe if the cleric fails to vanquish the ancient satanic force.

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1

Angela's Birthday Celebration

Angela Holmes, a young American, celebrates her surprise birthday orchestrated by her father, Roger, and her boyfriend, Pete Smith. The joyful occasion takes a turn for the worse when a simple mishap leads her to a hospital visit, setting off a chain of unsettling events.

Two months prior United States
2

The Mysterious Infection

After receiving a concerning injection at the hospital, Angela develops a mysterious infection that begins to affect her health significantly. This unsettling change marks the onset of darker forces encroaching upon her life.

Shortly after her birthday Hospital, United States
3

Encounter with Father Lozano

Angela has a brief but impactful encounter with Father Lozano, which seems to catalyze her ongoing struggles with her strange condition. The interaction leaves both of them unnerved as dark energies begin to manifest around her.

Days after the hospital visit
4

Angela's Violent Episode

Angela's condition worsens dramatically when she experiences a violent episode in a taxi. This alarming incident results in her slipping into a coma, escalating the urgency and fear surrounding her wellbeing.

After the encounter with Father Lozano Taxi, United States
5

Signs of Possession

Upon awakening from her coma, Angela appears temporarily fit but soon reveals disturbing signs of demonic possession. Her behavior raises significant alarm, particularly with instances of erratic and malevolent actions.

Shortly after awakening Hospital, United States
6

Disturbing Incidents

In the wake of Angela's alarming condition, disturbing incidents related to her influence escalate, including the near-drowning of a child and the tragic suicide of a detective. These events cause rising panic within the community.

Weeks following Angela's revelation of possession Various locations, United States
7

The Consultation

Desperate for answers, Father Lozano consults psychiatric specialists in hopes of understanding Angela's rapid decline. However, Angela's behavior only intensifies, leading to chaos in the psychiatric ward where she was held.

Weeks after the disturbing incidents Psychiatric hospital
8

Release and Return to Society

After a shocking display in which Angela begins speaking in Aramaic, the hospital decides to release her back into society. This decision raises grave concerns as her ominous presence begins to be felt more broadly.

Shortly before her release Psychiatric hospital, United States
9

Cardinal Bruun’s Conclusion

Cardinal Bruun becomes increasingly convinced that Angela is the Antichrist, notably due to ominous signs like ravens flocking around her. This revelation propels him to take drastic measures in an effort to confront and eliminate the evil residing within her.

Around the time of her release Vatican
10

The Holy Exorcism

Cardinal Bruun decides to perform a holy exorcism involving a sacred Eucharist ritual. Angela responds to this confrontation with grotesque defiance, violently reacting and mocking holy symbols, which heightens the tension around her possession.

Upon Bruun's decision to confront Angela Vatican
11

Angela’s Resurrection

In a terrifying twist, Angela appears to rise from the dead, now embodying the resurrected Antichrist. This resurrection mirrors that of Christ, showcasing the sheer horror of her transformation as she wreaks havoc on those around her.

Immediate aftermath of the exorcism Vatican
12

The Aftermath of Carnage

With chilling ferocity, Angela decimates Cardinal Bruun, Roger, and Pete, leaving only Father Lozano alive. He becomes the reluctant bearer of a dire warning to the Vatican about the Antichrist now walking among humanity.

After Angela's resurrection Vatican
13

Discovering the Archives

As Lozano nears the completion of his recovery, he is granted access to the Vatican's ancient archives by Imani. Here, he uncovers chilling revelations pertaining to Angela's extraordinary resurrection and the implications of her newfound power.

After the carnage Vatican archives
14

Angela’s Status as a Saint

Surprisingly, Angela is heralded as a saintly figure, with miracles attributed to her name and a growing throng of admirers. This shocking turn of events raises troubling questions about the true nature of her newfound powers and intentions.

Months following her resurrection Various locations
15

A New Phase of Darkness

In a striking display, Angela appears in a massive arena, summoning the faithful with arms spread wide. Lozano observes this spectacle from a distance, realizing that Angela's story is far from over, suggesting a darker saga is set to unfold.

Post-appearance as a saint Arena, United States

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