Les Demons(1973) May 2026

Set against the brutal backdrop of the Inquisition, the film centers on a group of nuns who find themselves at the mercy of a corrupt ecclesiastical system. Following a witch’s curse, the convent descends into a nightmare of demonic possession and sadistic torture.

If you tell me what you're most interested in (e.g., the film's cinematography, its place in the "Video Nasties" list, or Franco's directing style), I can refine this post further. Les demons(1973)

Is Franco a misunderstood auteur or just a king of kitsch? Let’s talk about your favorite Euro-horror gems in the comments! Set against the brutal backdrop of the Inquisition,

: Like many 1970s horror films, it reflects deep societal anxieties about the decline of traditional religious authority and the "hidden" nature of sin. Is Franco a misunderstood auteur or just a king of kitsch

: Shot in stunning Portuguese and Spanish locations, the film features Franco's trademark zoom-heavy cinematography and a haunting, psychedelic score.

Critics often describe the film as a "meandering tale," sometimes slow and dull, yet undeniably unique. It is frequently compared to Ken Russell’s The Devils (1971), though Franco leans much harder into the surreal and erotic.

Unmasking the Inquisition: A Look Back at Jesús Franco’s Les démons (1973)