The Possession
A young girl buys an antique box at a yard sale, unaware that inside the collectible lives a malicious ancient spirit. The girl's father teams with his ex-wife to find a way to end the curse upon their child.
Critics Sentiment
Hospital MRI shows the dybbuk's face next to Em's heart
Em's behavior becomes increasingly disturbing and withdrawn
The film recovers from its slow first half doldrums to peak with the genuinely creepy MRI sequence that multiple reviewers praised as the film's most effective scare.
The Possession starts promisingly but suffers from pacing issues in its first half, with reviewers finding the setup slow despite appreciating the family dynamics and Jewish folklore angle. The film builds momentum in its second half, peaking with the acclaimed MRI sequence, though critics noted it never quite reaches the impact of classic possession films. Overall, reviewers found it a competent but predictable entry in the genre, elevated by strong performances and cultural authenticity.
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Jeffrey Dean Morgan
Clyde Brenek
Kyra Sedgwick
Stephanie Brenek
Natasha Calis
Emily 'Em' Brenek
Madison Davenport
Hannah Brenek
Rob LaBelle
Russell
Matisyahu
Tzadok Shapir
Quinn Lord
Student
Jay Brazeau
Professor McMannis
Jim Thorburn
Man
Erin Simms
Possessed Italian Girl
John Cassini
Stephanie's Attorney
Grant Show
Brett
Tim Perez
Officer
Ned Bellamy
Trevor
Scott J. Ateah
Stunt Coordinator
Paul Wu
Stunt Coordinator
Antoine Safi
Islamic Male Exorcist
Cameron Sprague
Abyzou
Sharmaine Yeoh
Possession Islamic Girl
Frank Ferrucci
Italian Priest
Crew
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