Nefarious [DVD]

In religious themed horror films, Satan and his minions often get the best lines. So too the demon Nefarious, who not only steals all his scenes in Nefarious, but even has the film named after him.We never see Nefarious in all his dark glory. We only see the man he possesses, a serial killer named Edward Brady (Sean Patrick Flanery). After he is convicted and sentenced to death, Brady claims that Nefarious made him kill all those people. Why didn't Brady say so during his trial? Because Nefarious wants Brady to die in the electric chair, so he wouldn't let him use that as a defense.Now Brady must be psychiatrically reevaluated to see if he is competent to be executed. Dr. James Martin (Jordan Belfi) is tasked to determine if Brady is insane or only pretending to be possessed by a demon. That Brady might actually be possessed is never seriously considered by Martin or the prison authorities.Nefarious could as easily be titled Interview with the Demon. This is a talky film, much of it devoted to Dr. Martin and Nefarious debating theology and morality inside a prison interview room. Martin is an atheist who tries to poke holes in Nefarious's supernatural claims, thus proving that Brady is feigning his possession. The demon in turn challenges Martin's rational world view and secular humanism.The film's theology is old school fire and brimstone, not feel-good Christianity. Nefarious gloats that his side is winning, and that so many more people are entering Hell than Heaven. Although Martin insists that good and evil are societal constructs, not something that can be clinically diagnosed, he cites diversity, gay marriage, and hate speech laws as examples of humanity's moral evolution. To which Nefarious laughs.At one point, Martin calls for the prison chaplain. Nefarious reacts with hostility, until he realizes that the chaplain is a modern minister who doesn't believe in demons. Calming down, Nefarious says he wishes he'd met the chaplain earlier. "We're good," he tells him.Some detractors complain that Nefarious is "Christian propaganda" masquerading as horror. It's true that screenwriters Cary Solomon, Chuck Konzelman, and Steve Deace have worked on other Christian films (God's Not Dead, Unplanned, Do You Believe?). And yes, lead star Flanery is reputedly a devout Catholic.Not that Nefarious is preachy. Its acting is intense, and its literate script raises many dramatic puzzles. Nefarious tells Martin that before the day is up, he will have committed three murders. (No, this is not a cheap horror film where Martin goes on a killing rampage.) And that he chose Martin to write his biography, a dark gospel for the New Age. Martin denies he will kill anyone, nor that he will write a book about Nefarious.And the big question, what will be Dr. Martin's diagnosis? Who is Nefarious? Fraud, lunatic, or demon? It's no coincidence that three possibilities -- fraud, lunatic, or God -- similarly apply to Christ.Ultimately, Nefarious is a film that Christians who hate horror films might nevertheless enjoy, and even use as a teaching tool.

Loved this movie. The things that are touched upon are the top subjects of today, and it explains it perfectly how easily our society has been manipulated by the Devil and his minions in their attempt to capture as many souls as possible to not only hurt the Lord, but also in a futile attempt to weaken him before the end times.If you're of the "Left" but are not easily offended and are open minded to the opinions of others, I strongly recommend you watch this. I won't say it'll make you a believer, but if you're truly openminded it will definitely open your eyes to things. If you're easily offended by things you don't agree with...don't bother watching it...you'll just end up pissed off lol.

Probably the best movie I've seen since around 2008! Greatest film on demonology ever. It covers most of the creation of man and the spiritual warfare before man was created. Satan actually knows both the old and new Testament better than any man alive, and this film illustrates it and covers everything! Great film! Don't listen to the haters! Get it! You will not regret it!

Very few movies are made where the entire plot is established between two characters talking to each other at a table. But this movie accomplishes that, as they divulge into whether or not the reality of good and evil exist in the world. Personally, I enjoyed this movie, as it was thought provoking, as well as compelling concerning the plot and how it played out, along with the effort established by the actors to carry out the dialog on through to its final conclusion. Would recommend it for a viewing, whether or not you believe in the topic of the story or not.

This was a great movie. I had never seen a Christian movie that was classified as horror or rated R. There was great spiritual truth in the movie explaining the reality of demons. Loved that. I am not sure why the R rating, just watch before the kids to make sure it is age appropriate.

intelligent movie. scary and thought provoking. very entertaining with good acting.

Sean Patrick Flanery did well with his acting, but the other actors were terrible. Most people don't realize that this is the same guy from the 1995 classic "Powder." The story in this movie is really good though .

I normally hate Horror movies, however this is the most realistic portrayal of what really happens in the unseen realm that affects us all! I highly recommend. Extremely well done. Not recommended for young children.

Several Exorcists have stated that the movie "Nefarious" shows in great detail how the devil can manipulate people - that he is a true entity that roams the earth seeking the ruin of as many souls as he can get. When you watch this movie, listen very carefully to the dialogue because it is numerous and very fast. The actors are really good. This movie also has a great bonus section - not just commentary from various writers, producers, actors and directors, but also interviews with an actual Exorcist, the making of the film, and personal testimonies on how the devil tried numerous times to stop production of the film. It was unbelievable! On the other side of the coin, you will also hear testimonies of God's grace and blessings during the making of the film and allowing the film to be made. - despite all spiritual and physical adversity. This dvd is worth every cent. When your faith wanes or you feel God has abandoned you, watch this film to rejuvenate your spirit.!

Excelente película de bajo presupuesto, con buenas actuaciones y un mensaje muy interesante.

I have not seen it yet...

This film gives deep insights into how the devil and demons operate. Must watch.

The main actor and supporting actors should receive academy awards, but this movie was produced by an independent studio; not p-dowood.