In horror, nuns and natal matters are having a minor moment right now.
Next month, The First Omen attempts a franchise rebirth.
Sweeney plays Cecilia, a woman convinced God saved her for something after a near-death experience.
When Cecilia becomes pregnant without ‘sin’, shes told its a miracle but is it, though?
You wont need an ultrasound scan to discern post-Roe-v-Wade themes about womens autonomy here.
Nor does it shock when the convents cruelties emerge, a point given away by the ice-cold open.
The cast are his saving graces.
Youll flinch, yes, but youll forget it just as quickly.
Your turn, Damien…
Immaculate is in US theaters and UK cinemas from March 22.
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