5 Things I Learned from The Nun

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Five Things I Learned from The Nun

  1. Father Burke, played by Demián Bichir, is called a “Miracle Hunter,” not an exorcist. Watch the movie and decide if the correct title is used.
  2. The Carta Monastery in Romania, the named location in the film, was built by Benedictine monks around 1202-1206. At no point in time did it transfer into the hands of a sadistic Count.
  3. The Corvin Castle, where the movie was filmed, may have a checkered past; however, that past is nothing compared to the story relayed in the film. The Romanian Minister of Culture owns the castle.
  4. This addition to The Conjuring franchise focuses on the Catholic Church the most. That may explain the couple next to me who left. Using a religious relic from Christ may have been a bridge too far for some moviegoers.
  5. The movie opens claiming, incorrectly, that it is set in 1952 and based on a true story. Most Conjuring franchise fans know this is incorrect. However, there are still many moviegoers—and I mean a lot—who fall for this marketing ploy.
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3 Comments

  1. I was VERY unimpressed by the priest. He did more running than holding his ground. Btw, I am a Catholic and nothing about this movie offended me, it’s a MOVIE. Although it reminded me more a dark, creepy, Vincent Price, ghoul fest, I give it a C+. The Nun character was better in the The Conjuring 2.

  2. It definitely relied more on a narrative and jump scares for effect. The Nun character is a solid supporting character rather than a leading role. Thanks for the comments!

  3. I didn’t know they were trying to sell it as a “based on a true story” kind of concept. Very interesting. I’m looking forward to seeing it. THX for the great write up and info!!! You always post the coolest stuff!

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