Set in a remote convent, the story begins when a young nun, Sister Agnes (Hayley McFarland), exhibits violent and disturbing behavior. The Church sends a cynical, disillusioned priest, Father Donaghue (Ben Hall), and his idealistic protege, Benjamin (Jake Horowitz), to perform an exorcism. This segment utilizes familiar "nunsploitation" tropes but maintains an unconventional, stylized atmosphere.
The film is distinctly divided into two halves that differ significantly in tone and focus: Agnes (2021)
is a genre-bending American horror-drama film written and directed by Mickey Reece . While its marketing and first act suggest a traditional religious horror film centered on demonic possession, it famously subverts expectations by shifting into a gritty, existential character study. Plot Overview Set in a remote convent, the story begins