The 8th Night
With prayer beads in one hand and an ax in the other, a monk hunts down a millennia-old spirit that's possessing humans and unleashing hell on Earth.
Release Year
2021
Runtime
115 min
Audience Score
6.2
Genres
Mystery, Thriller, Horror
Story Snapshot
With prayer beads in one hand and an ax in the other, a monk hunts down a millennia-old spirit that's possessing humans and unleashing hell on Earth.
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The 8th Night is a dark pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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