I watched “When Evil Lurks” with some hesitation, not really knowing what I was getting into. The movie is entirely in Spanish, subtitled so you can understand the story. It’s essentially a Spanish version of exorcism movies like "The Exorcist." But instead of an actual exorcism taking place, it centers on Satan possessing people, jumping from body to body after each person dies—always moving to whoever was responsib…

The film delivers a strong dose of Catholic-themed horror. However, it loses some impact as it goes on; repeated demonic imagery diminishes its effect. I found it quite entertaining for about sixty minutes, and having company for the final portion of the story might have improved the experience.

When Evil Lurks aims for something specific: an alternate reality blending supernatural elements and horror, portraying demonic possession as commonplace. The execution feels authentic, establishing a sense of normalcy around these unsettling events—they’re presented more like serious offenses or natural occurrences. However, the film's depiction is intensely graphic and violent, raising questions about whether it…