This time I’ll be talking about the new psychological
thriller, staring Hugh Grant, Heretic.
After fruitless efforts to rack up conversions for the
Mormon Church, zealous missionaries Sister Barnes and Sister Paxton are about
to call it a day. But a furious storm is fast approaching; the young
evangelists must make a final stop at Mr Reed, the last person on their list,
before finishing their daily rounds. However, as the reclusive host's courteous
facade lures the unsuspecting women into a blasphemous test of faith, the two
preachers must first question everything they believe to make it out alive.
After all, the bizarre hermit's sweet, blueberry-scented lies can only lead to
perdition. Because, above all else, Reed is a creep, a weirdo, and a heretic
with a mind aflame with silent hate for God's favourite creation. And the lost
little lambs can't do anything about it.
This film fantastic. It I is a hard edged examination of the
subjects of faith, religion, culture, and control. It is a battle of faith and
ideas between Mr Reed and his “guest” missionaries. It brings up the idea that
all religions stem from one source and that source is shocking and informative.
Hugh Grant has come a long way from the charismatic romantic
duffoon from films like Notting Hill. With Reed we get a dark and multilayered
performance that gives you honest chills.
In conclusion, if you are looking for a disturbing film that
asks you hard questions and engaged your mind, then I highly recommend Heretic.
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