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Two Mormon missionaries, Paxton and Barnes, are lured into the home of polite and knowledgeable Mr

Plot

Two young religious women are drawn into a game of cat-and-mouse in the house of a strange man.. The end credits feature the statement: "No Generative Al was used in the making of this film.". Reed.

If they can

He is eager to discuss their convictions and hear the good news. Too eager. When the theology discussion takes a dark turn, the sisters are equally enthusiastic about leaving.

Hugh Grant (Mr

Heretic is an intense, chilling, and frighteningly honest discussion about the horror of ideas. It is thrilling to see where each topic and turn leads the characters. I enjoyed the deep dialogues about myth, choices, and awkward topics like polygamy and Mormon underwear.

Reed) was present at this world premiere screening at the Toronto International Film Festival

Grant appeared to relish the atypical role for him of playing a "baddie." He was well cast along with Chloe East and Sophie Thatcher, both also present for the premiere, for they all seemed to be acting instinctually and from the heart. East and Thatcher were once Mormon themselves, and Grant bonded with certain aspects of Mr. Reed.

They were channeling part of their life experiences

"I found," said Grant about his character’s views on religion "that we had a lot in common." No wonder they were so good. Great casting.