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REVIEW: The Possession Won't Give You Nightmares (Except About Divorce) But Is Nicely Creepy

REVIEW: The Possession Won't Give You Nightmares (Except About Divorce) But Is Nicely Creepy

Are exorcisms culturally specific? The concept behind The Possession, a solid, Jewish-inflected B-movie riff on The Exorcist from director Ole Bornedal, can't help but leave you wondering. Sure, a Catholic priest can attempt to take care of a demon, but when your child's inhabited by a dybbuk — a malevolent spirit from Jewish folklore — you might need someone who can specialize. more »