Keeper of Darkness
陀地驅魔人
Street-smart exorcist Fatt has an unique method of dealing with vengeful spirits: He negotiates with them and persuades them to let go of their grudges. After recordings of his exorcisms go viral, Fatt attracts the attentions of a murderous spirit who’s targeting mediums, as well as a troublesome reporter who takes great interest in Fatt and his close relationship with a female spirit.
Why it matters
A gritty Hong Kong supernatural thriller that reboots the exorcism trope with streetwise charm and moral complexity.
- Fatt’s negotiation-based exorcisms flip possession clichés into tense psychological duels.
- Tense atmosphere grounded by a kinetic urban backdrop and sharp, grounded performances.
- Blends ghost story with crime thriller, tapping into Hong Kong’s rich tradition of genre cross-pollination.
- For fans of atmospheric supernatural horror that favors character-driven suspense over cheap scares.
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Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
29
Supernatural
40
Creature
0
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
50
Cerebral
0
Survival
33
