
The First Omen2024
Apr 14, 2024 · imported from Letterboxd
As a fan of this franchise, especially the first two, getting another movie is a welcome addition. However, as a Catholic—and not a cafeteria one—I feel that this latest iteration is another attempt of the cultist and morally corrupt Hollywood institution to denigrate our religion. In the original film it is clear that Damien is a product of hardcore Satanists both outside and inside the church, which I accept. But suddenly, it's the power hungry Catholics who decided to create the antichrist? The fuck is that? Do you know how ridiculous that sound? The church controlling the antichrist? Such a hilarious idea. In the original story, including all the films after the first one, Damien have all these followers who are there to protect him in order for evil to reign. So it's obviously another propaganda from Hollywood gone wrong. I did enjoy this movie for what it's worth because of the direction and acting; I think they really did a great job, and Nell Tiger Free is exceptional. Since it's bringing a lot of money for Fox I'm sure they will be milking more movies from this franchise, and I can expect that they'll be changing the original story (reminiscent of the Planet of the Apes). As far as I remember, Mrs Baylock is a hardcore satanist, so I don't get where they get the idea to demonize us Catholics again. I'm going to give an eye roll to the ending, especially with Damien having a twin sister. If my usual instinct (and guess will be right) they'll be making her as the savior of the secular world, or to aptly put, another attempt by Hollywood to justify that people who don't believe in God are better human beings. Mark my words, that's what's going to happen.