The Possession -

It’s a brilliant meta-fiction that includes "original" Victorian poems and letters. It explores the idea of being "possessed" by history and by the people we study. Quick Comparison Table Media Type Main Theme The Possession (2012) Supernatural Horror Exorcism & Jewish Folklore Possession (1981) Psychological Horror Divorce & Madness Possession (Byatt) Literary Fiction Academic Mystery & History

Isabelle Adjani’s performance—particularly the infamous subway scene—is legendary. It’s a raw, disturbing look at the "possession" we try to exert over our partners. The Possession

Two modern-day scholars discover a hidden cache of letters suggesting that two famous (fictional) Victorian poets had a secret, forbidden romance. As the academics race across England to uncover the truth, they find themselves falling into a parallel romance of their own. It’s a raw, disturbing look at the "possession"

Widely considered one of the most intense psychological horror films ever made, Andrzej Żuławski’s cult classic is a visceral experience that defies easy categorization. Widely considered one of the most intense psychological

If you’re looking for a "jump scare" Friday night, this is your pick. Directed by Ole Bornedal and produced by Sam Raimi, this film claims to be based on the "true" story of a haunted Dybbuk box sold on eBay.

It’s a polished, creepy take on the exorcism genre that trades Catholic priests for Jewish mysticism. 2. The Cult Masterpiece: Possession (1981)