(2011) — El Rito

Yes. The film was inspired by Matt Baglio’s book, which documents the real-life training of Father Gary Thomas. 0.5.22 This "inspired by actual events" tag helps it stand out from more fantastical entries in the genre. 0.5.21

: The Vatican's exorcism school in Rome, adding a layer of historical weight. 0.5.9 Is it Based on a True Story? El rito (2011)

The 2011 supernatural horror film The Rite (released as El Rito in Spanish-speaking markets) offers a grounded, psychological take on the classic exorcism subgenre. 0.5.9 The Hook: Faith vs. Skepticism this is worth a watch.

: Michael Kovak, a skeptical American seminary student. 0.5.19 El rito (2011)

💡 : If you enjoy movies like The Exorcist but want more psychological depth and less "limb-contorting" spectacle, this is worth a watch. 0.5.21 You can read more critical takes on Wikipedia or check out analysis from film bloggers at WordPress.com. If you'd like, I can: Find where to stream it right now. Compare it to other exorcism movies from that era. Write a detailed plot summary (with or without spoilers).

Most exorcism films rely on jumpscares, but The Rite focuses on the internal struggle of its protagonist. 0.5.32