: The setting of a modern exorcism school allows the film to explore the tension between medical diagnosis and spiritual warfare. It suggests that the most effective "healing" occurs when the victim's underlying emotional wounds are addressed alongside the ritual. Critical and Cultural Reception
While the film was noted for its interesting premise, critical reception was generally mixed-to-negative. Prey For The Devil can't exorcise its demons - AV Club : The setting of a modern exorcism school
: Unlike films where possession is a random act of evil, Prey for the Devil suggests that demons exploit specific psychological vulnerabilities. The film posits that guilt and shame—often stemming from past trauma like teenage pregnancy or family abuse—create the "open door" for demonic influence. : The setting of a modern exorcism school