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movies1 year ago

Sydney Sweeney Shines in 'Immaculate': A Revelation in Catholic Horror

Sydney Sweeney stars as Sister Cecilia, an American nun who moves to an Italian convent filled with sinister secrets in the film "Immaculate." The movie, directed by Michael Mohan, starts as an intimately observed thriller before leaning into B-movie horror conventions, with Sweeney's performance failing to fully bring her character to life. As the plot unfolds, Cecilia discovers she's pregnant despite never having had sex, leading to a surreal investigation and a desperate attempt to escape, ultimately culminating in a campy horror third act that elevates the film's efforts to scare audiences.

conflictreligious-persecution2 years ago

IDF Incident at Gaza Church: Pope Francis Condemns Killing of Christian Women

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed an "incident" at the last Catholic Church in Gaza after accusations from the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem that two Christian women were shot and killed by IDF snipers inside the Holy Family Church. The IDF stated that they operated against a threat in the area and are conducting a thorough review of the incident. The church compound, which also houses a convent run by the Missionaries of Charity, was reportedly bombed, causing damage and disrupting care for disabled civilians. The Latin Patriarchate expressed concern and confusion over the attack, while Pope Francis called for prayers for peace in Gaza. The IDF maintains that it only targets terrorists and their infrastructure and does not target civilians or religious sites.