Diabolic

"God forgives... evil doesn't."

2025 1h 35m EN

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5.3

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★6.0TMDB · 75★5.3IMDB · 6,128

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Synopsis

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A woman's hope for a miracle cure turns into a nightmare when she confronts the vengeful spirit of a cursed witch, determined to claim her as a vessel for her evil power.

“God forgives... evil doesn't.”

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Cast

Elizabeth Cullen
Elise
John Harlan Kim
Adam
Mia Challis
Gwen
Genevieve Mooy
Alma
Robin Goldsworthy
Hyrum

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Daniel J. Phillips
Writers: Daniel J. Phillips, Mike Harding, Mike Harding
Languages: English
Countries: Australia

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ERA

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Released last year.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Daniel J. Phillips, shot by Michael Tessari ACS. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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3 / 7

DIRECTOR

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Original score by Will Spartalis. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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4 / 7

CAST

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Elizabeth Cullen and John Harlan Kim and Mia Challis carry the top of the cast.

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FACT

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Marketing tagline: "God forgives... evil doesn't.".

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt17348060 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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7 / 7

WILD

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Only 75 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Daniel J. Phillips directs. Michael Tessari ACS behind the camera. Will Spartalis scores. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in Australia. Dialogue in English.

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Things worth knowing

1Released last year.
2Directed by Daniel J. Phillips, shot by Michael Tessari ACS. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
3Original score by Will Spartalis. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
4Elizabeth Cullen and John Harlan Kim and Mia Challis carry the top of the cast.
5Marketing tagline: "God forgives... evil doesn't.".
6IMDB entry: tt17348060 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
7Only 75 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.
8Classified under 9 themes, including "witch", "evil spirit", "demon", "latter day saints".

The technical file

Cinematography: Michael Tessari ACS
Original score: Will Spartalis
Production design: Jonah Booth-Remmers
Stunt coordinator: Glenn Boswell
Runtime: 95 min · 1h 35m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Original language: EN
Certification (US): NR
IMDB: Diabolic (2025)
IMDB rating: 5.3/10 · 6,128 votes

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Chandler Danier2026-02-20
★ 10/10
I did not know that I found Mormons to be so scarey. I cringed when they said the name Jeffs. Evil makes you do dumb things. That's standard. So when the people do dumb things. It's because of the evil. Great creepy atmosphere. Not necessarily overused baddie but it looks a little terrifiering. Great to see a non-catholic horror. Nice tree shots. Diabolic.
MovieGuys2026-02-28
★ 6/10
Elise is in a lavender relationship (she's really a lesbian) with her frustrated boyfriend. She's also an ex-member of a nutjob cult. The spirit of a witch has latched onto Elise thanks to her God-bothering brethren and now wants to possess her for all time. It's a rather peculiar story that doesn't really get off the ground. Instead, it offers up moments of genuine creepiness and minor revelations that are not that surprising. By contrast, acting from the lead, Elizabeth Cullen is enthusiastic, committed and borders on excellence. She really carries this rather offbeat film that's not up to the standard of performance she offers up. In summary, Diabolic isn't dreadful, but it's not going to win any accolades in the horror genre either. Its offbeat, rather odd story never really goes anywhere overly interesting, and the scares just don't quite make the grade.
Dean2026-06-27
★ 9/10
Diabolic (2025) is a masterclass in atmospheric dread that perfectly aligns with the sensibilities of anyone who appreciates the cold, uncompromising nature of extreme black metal. While the film begins with a slow, deliberate build-up, it masterfully transitions into a visceral, gut-wrenching experience that refuses to rely on the hollow comforts of a traditional Hollywood ending. The cinematography captures the isolated, foggy forest setting with a haunting beauty that feels both oppressive and inevitable. Elizabeth Cullen delivers a standout performance that anchors the narrative, ensuring the intensity never falters. It is a rare, bleak piece of horror that stays true to its dark roots, providing the exact kind of nihilistic resolution that feels both earned and chilling. For those who find beauty in the shadows and prioritize an unrelenting, gloomy atmosphere over safe storytelling, this is a must-watch.