Although the Mexican poster of the Swedish film Devilish Heritage is an obvious copy of Rite (perhaps to exploit the incident "Why The Rite" ?), His argument is somewhat more similar to modern Asian horror seems to be extinct . Or maybe it's more accurate to say that this film takes some Asian horror ingredients and combines them with religious doctrine to create an unstable, uncertain narrative genre that seemed slow, confusing and extremely repetitive but, on balance, justifies his tedious narrative an honest and important ... at least for its director. This argument revolves around the priest Henrik Horneus (Jonas Malmsjö), known in his parish as an affable and optimistic that delights his congregation with sermons full of humor and goodwill. His life at home in a little more difficult because he is divorced and has trouble communicating with your child (I assume that the priests in Sweden have no vow of chastity). And, moreover, a day he receives news that his father (also a priest) drowned in a river in the remote village where she lived. Henrik then moves to the small community to settle the unfinished business of his father ... and begins to suspect that the old man's death was not accidental, as well the comments made by eccentric neighbors, the priest finds strange supernatural occurrences that seem to point to a dark secret from the past.
Heritage Diabolic starts well enough with an interesting protagonist, an enigmatic mystery and an eerie atmosphere that used to thoroughly cool Swedish locations. But the plot quickly comes control, the paranormal (if they are) accumulate no specific purpose, and it seems that the director (and writer) Fredrik Hiller is simply "stretching" the movie when it comes time to give his important message, which reflects some particular elements of the Catholic religion in Sweden that may not be as universal as the filmmaker intended. But ... anyway I found it fascinating to know the regional variations of a seemingly stable and unified religion. What I liked so much was the overuse of digital effects to create demonic faces without rhyme or reason, at best, the result is a brief shock (like when it happens in the barn), but much of it is abused trick for the thirtieth time I see only causes laughter or irritation.
In addition, Diabolic Heritage has more or less the same impact of a "re-make" of Asian horror (but not), and a spiritual perspective similar to that of films like the aforementioned Rite, although this might not have as its protagonist a priest without faith, but to a very devout in any way questioning certain tenets of their particular church (including the interpretation of Psalm 21, which is the title original film). For some viewers that religious background will change the whole tone of the movie, for others will be business as usual, but in Swedish and without exorcism. Personally, I liked some aspects of Heritage Diabolic (cinematography and forests reminded me of the work of Freddie Francis for Hammer Films), but ultimately did not find enough suspense, horror or humor to ignore their flaws or its lack of originality. I guess the international success of Swedish films as trilogy Millennium and Let the Right One In are promoting the film industry in that country, and perhaps soon we will see works that mimic the ways of Hollywood, which There is nothing wrong ... provided they are best stories and best directors to count. In short, respect Heritage Diabolic horror leverage tools to challenge the valid purpose of religious ideas, but that's no excuse to ignore some basic narrative conditions, for example, do not make us yawn so often, and not try scare us with the same trick a hundred times in a row.
Rating: 6.5
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