Not Only EXHUMA, 6 Netflix Movie Recommendations About Evil Spirits and Exciting Rituals

Kapanlagi.com - Film on Netflix in the horror genre is not complete without thrilling and tense stories. Supernatural events, rituals, and possessions add tension to various horror stories.

One that is currently viral is a Korean film titled EXHUMA. The film tells the story of terror attacking a family related to the presence of evil spirits from ancestors. To deal with the situation, a shaman is summoned to perform a ritual.

In addition to the film EXHUMA which is still showing in theaters, there are several Netflix movie recommendations that tell about evil spirits and rituals. If you're curious, check out the following film recommendations on Netflix about evil spirits.

1. THE MEDIUM (2021)

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One of the recommended films on Netflix that tells the story of evil spirits is THE MEDIUM. This film has been widely discussed on social media due to its terrifying story. The synopsis of THE MEDIUM highlights a family that experiences the terror of evil spirits. There are still many people who believe in mystical things.

One day, a person with supernatural abilities named Nim. He is said to have inherited the talent to become someone with such abilities through generations. Until one day, his nephew named Mink shows different behavior. This change in attitude is believed to indicate that Mink will inherit the supernatural abilities from the family.

The spirit of Dewa Bayan, who they believe brings good luck, is considered to be passed down to Mink. Therefore, a ritual is conducted. However, they end up facing threats to their safety. The film THE MEDIUM is presented in a documentary concept, which adds a creepy and tense atmosphere.

2. INCANTATION (2022)

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INCANTATION is included in Netflix's recommended movies about evil spirits. This horror and mystery film highlights a terrifying incident experienced by a woman named Li Ronan. The story goes back 6 years ago when she was cursed.

The curse came when she was with a group of Ghost Hunters in a remote village. In the village, a traditional ceremony was taking place with its own rules. Not to mention, unknowingly, the car they were driving ran over a statue in the traditional ceremony. Ronan didn't realize she was pregnant at the time. The baby in her womb also experienced terror after being born and growing up. Dodo, her daughter, began to show strange behavior. Ronan tries to protect her child who is trapped in a past curse.

3. THE 8TH NIGHT (2021)

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Netflix's recommended film about evil spirit terror that shouldn't be missed is THE 8TH NIGHT. This film is from South Korea that explores the horror and thriller genres. The synopsis of THE 8TH NIGHT tells the story of the awakening of a terrifying demon spirit that threatens humanity.

The demon spirit has been locked away for years in a place far from human reach. However, suddenly the seal is broken. With its awakening, major problems arise that threaten human safety. A group of people work together to prevent the situation from getting worse. Racing against time, they prevent the red and black-eyed demon from uniting on the eighth night.

4. THE UNHOLY (2021)

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THE UNHOLY is a horror film that can be watched on Netflix. The horror film THE UNHOLY tells the story of an evil spirit resembling Mother Mary. A girl named Alice claims to have encountered this figure. In fact, since the meeting, the illness she experienced has been cured.

Alice is also believed to have a special power to heal others. However, it turns out that there is another shocking story behind the figure that Alice has been encountering all this time. Several unexpected and even frightening events are revealed.

5. THE POSSESSION OF HANNAH GRACE (2018)

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Next recommended Netflix film is about the presence of an evil spirit, THE POSSESSION OF HANNAH GRACE. This horror film tells a terrifying story of possession. The story begins when a morgue attendant discovers something strange about a female corpse named Hannah Grace.

The body turns out to be possessed by an evil spirit. The former police officer, who now works as a morgue attendant, experiences a series of terrifying horrors from the spirit. THE POSSESSION OF HANNAH GRACE is packed with a thrilling storyline.

6. ROH (2019)

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One of the horror genre film recommendations on Netflix is ROH. The synopsis of ROH tells the story of a family who receives an uninvited guest. The figure is a mysterious child. Along and Angah find a mysterious girl. They, along with their mother, live in a house in the forest.

The decision to take the little girl home brings a series of terrifying events. It turns out that a wicked spirit resides within the body of the little girl, bringing disaster to the family of Along, Angah, and Mak. ROH is a film from Malaysia.

7. MANGKUJIWO (2020)

One of the horror genre recommendations from Netflix Indonesia is MANGKUJIWO. This film highlights the story of an evil power that emerges from black magic rituals. It involves the figure of Kanti, who died by suicide. The child was saved but turned out to be an intermediary for summoning the Kuntilanak figure.

Uma, Kanti's child, was raised with a mission to seek revenge on Cokrokusumo. Whenever Uma feels threatened, she suddenly becomes possessed by that figure and eliminates those who threaten her. Meanwhile, the summoning of Kanti's spirit is done through a ritual in front of an antique mirror while singing the song Durmo.

Those are some horror genre film recommendations from Netflix about evil spirit terror. The horror films mentioned above can be both thrilling and suspenseful to watch.

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