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Nuns, crosses and exorcisms. Why horror films love religious imagery

Nuns, crosses and exorcisms. Why horror films love religious imagery

Update: 2025-09-15
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While cinemas struggle to fill seats, horror films are bringing in billions. So, why do we enjoy being scared? And how come horror flicks are filled with nuns, crosses and other Christian imagery?

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If you liked this chat, send it to the cinema buff in your life. You might also enjoy our eps on how cults are being targeted with coercive control laws and why certain female body parts are named after shady, white men.  

Plus, check out Anna Levy’s article about religion in horror films.

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Nuns, crosses and exorcisms. Why horror films love religious imagery

Nuns, crosses and exorcisms. Why horror films love religious imagery

Australian Broadcasting Corporation