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The Prophecy

The Prophecy

Thriller · Horror · Action · 1995

The angel Gabriel comes to Earth to collect a soul which will end the stalemated war in Heaven. However, it is hidden inside of a Native American girl and only a former priest and a schoolteacher can stop him.

Movie details

The Prophecy

“Marked by fate, doomed by prophecy.”

1995 Thriller · Horror · Action 1h 38m

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6.5 / 10

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The angel Gabriel comes to Earth to collect a soul which will end the stalemated war in Heaven. However, it is hidden inside of a Native American girl and only a former priest and a schoolteacher can stop him.

CriticWise case file

What this film says about your taste.

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Gregory Widen

Written by

Gregory Widen

Christopher Walken

Christopher Walken

Gabriel

Elias Koteas

Elias Koteas

Thomas Daggett

Virginia Madsen

Virginia Madsen

Katherine Henley

Eric Stoltz

Eric Stoltz

Simon

Viggo Mortensen

Viggo Mortensen

Lucifer

Amanda Plummer

Amanda Plummer

Rachael

M

Moriah 'Shining Dove' Snyder

Mary

Court is in session

Put The Prophecy on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Prestige Tourist

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.