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The Church (1989) · La chiesa

Original title: La chiesa

1989 · Michele Soavi · 102 min · Italy · Edited by 1

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In a Gothic cathedral built on the mass grave of a Teutonic purge, an ancient discovery by the new librarian will release an unholy maelstrom of madness, violence, and demonic vengeance.

A 1989 title built around Demon, Church and Massacre. Community meters highlight Tension. Directed by Michele Soavi.

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The Church

Unease3 /5
Tension4 /5
Horror3 /5
Trauma2 /5
Community rating4 /5

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Spanish: El Engendro del Diablo
French: Sanctuaire
Portuguese: A Catedral
Chinese: 教堂幽靈
Japanese: デモンズ3
Korean: 데몬스 3

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