“Some images will never leave my mind.” 😈 Monument Releasing has unveiled their official trailer for the documentary film titled Realm of Satan, now set for US release in theaters exclusively this summer. With a small art house run beginning in Philadelphia, of all places, at PhilaMOCA. Realm of Satan premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival a few years back. The film explores the Church of Satan, a 50-year-old religion celebrating individualism and carnal desires. It offers a glimpse into modern Satanists’ daily lives and rituals, showcasing their devotion to Satan as a symbolic figure. “A singular portrait depicting Satanists in both the every day and the extraordinary Realm of Satan is a ritualistic documentary that casts a spell on viewers, luring them into a mystical world of magic, mystery, and misanthropy.” The film marks the feature directorial debut of film editor Scott Cummings, and it contains near perfectly composed cinematography by DP Gerald Kerkletz showing us a slice of the life of these Satanist people. The film is almost a satire, playing up the absurdity of all religions and their worshipers – which really aren’t so different than this one… Enjoy. // Continue Reading ›
No responses yet