Possessed (2000)
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1h 47m
Released in 2000, Possessed is a horror film inspired by real-life events and based on the 1993 book by Thomas B. Allen. The story follows Father William Bowdern, a World War II veteran struggling with his past and grappling with feelings of guilt and trauma. When he is called upon to help a young boy named Robbie, who exhibits signs of supernatural affliction, Bowdern finds himself confronted with a chilling test of faith. As strange occurrences escalate around Robbie, and traditional methods fail, Bowdern must navigate his doubts and seek permission to perform a rare exorcism in an attempt to save the boy. The film examines themes of faith, redemption, and the unseen forces that can affect our lives.
Cast:
Timothy Dalton as Fr. William S. Bowdern
Henry Czerny as Fr. Raymond McBride
Jonathan Malen as Robbie Mannheim
Michael Rhoades as Karl Mannheim
Shannon Lawson as Phyllis Mannheim
Christopher Plummer as Archbishop Hume
Piper Laurie as Aunt Hanna
Richard Waugh as Reverend Eckhardt
Michael McLachlan as Fr. Walter Halloran
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