Vigil, The

About the movie

A despondent young man, short on both faith and funds, reluctantly agrees to assume the responsibility of an overnight shomer and fulfill the Jewish practice of watching over the body of a deceased member of the Orthodox community. Soon he finds himself exposed to a terrifying haunting within the claustrophobic confines of a home that has become host to an evil entity.
Rooted in Jewish culture and mysticism, The Vigil is a supernatural horror film set in a unique world: The Hasidic community of "Boro" Park, Brooklyn. The film premiered at the Toronto Film Festival and features Dave Davis (The Walking Dead) and Menashe Lustig (starring in the award winning film Menashe).
“The Exorcist is coming to Borough Park” – Hollywood Reporter
“The Conjuring with an Orthodox Jewish twist” – Indie Wire
“Effectively creepy” – Variety

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