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Maleficarum (2011)

“A story of the horrors of the Inquisition.”

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Plot

In the depths of the 18th century, the town hums with malignant whispers centered around two women - Francisca de la Cruz, an affluent orphan, and her bereaved Protestant friend, Mariana de Castro. Francisca, blessed with a sizable inheritance following her parents' demise, becomes a beacon of envy and contempt. The Catholic Church, embodied in the sinister and ambitious Father Francisco Verdugo, the Inquisitor, covets her fortune with an insatiable greed. Hungry for a pretext to ensnare Francisca's wealth, Verdugo finds his opportunity in a seemingly trivial street skirmish between a group of girls. With the excuse served, he arrests Mariana and Francisca, accusing them of witchcraft, a charge as grave as it is unfounded. Imprisoned within the daunting horror chambers of the Inquisition, the women find themselves on a chilling path. Despite their innocence, they refuse to confess, standing defiant against the ruthless machinations of the Church. Their steadfastness, however, leads them towards a terrifying end. Maleficarum delves into the dark, convoluted world of greed and power, where innocence is shackled and truth is twisted in the pursuit of ill-gotten treasures. This tale of friendship, defiance, and survival paints a vivid picture of an era steeped in superstition and oppressed by unforgiving religious authority.

Where to watch Maleficarum?

Maleficarum is a drama movie featuring Amy Hesketh.

It is possible to buy Maleficarum on Amazon Video.