The 2011 supernatural horror film The Rite (released as El Rito in Spanish-speaking markets) offers a grounded, psychological take on the classic exorcism subgenre. 0.5.9 The Hook: Faith vs. Skepticism
: Michael Kovak, a skeptical American seminary student. 0.5.19
Most exorcism films rely on jumpscares, but The Rite focuses on the internal struggle of its protagonist. 0.5.32
: Father Lucas, played with unsettling charm by Anthony Hopkins. 0.5.19
Yes. The film was inspired by Matt Baglio’s book, which documents the real-life training of Father Gary Thomas. 0.5.22 This "inspired by actual events" tag helps it stand out from more fantastical entries in the genre. 0.5.21