«The Nun»

Cinema Wednesdays - Jonas Follonier

Carried off by Corin Hardy's direction, The nun is the fifth instalment in the legendary saga Conjuring. This set of films centers on the character of Valak, a demon. #exorcism, as they say. This time, Valak takes on the appearance of a nun, hence the title. Not complicated, is it? Neither is the film. The nun has the advantage of playing with brio its entertainment role, and not only.

Indeed, the actors deliver breathtaking performances, and this aspect is truly commendable. As for the atmosphere, it fits perfectly within the tradition of the genre, not only adhering to the conventions of horror but also playing with the setting and music without shying away from the artificial. We won’t reveal anything about the story, because for once we’re firmly convinced that any advance information would be a form of spoil. So all you have to do is go to the movies and decide whether or not you enjoy the thrills this famous nun has to offer.

Of course, some people will find that Le Monde that the effects of fear are triggered automatically in this film, through a cynical arsenal deployed by horror specialists. So what? Does every movie have to be original, or could we not instead say that simply going out to have a good time is also (not always, of course) a sign of excellent cinema?

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