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Demonic is a 2015 horror movie directed by Will Canon and written by Max La Bella. It stars Maria Bello, Frank Grillo, and Cody Horn. The movie follows the story of a group of college students who summon the devil during a paranormal investigation in an abandoned house. The movie starts with Detective Mark Lewis (Frank Grillo), investigating a significant crime scene at an abandoned house where a massacre had taken place. He finds a young woman named Michelle (Cody Horn) at the scene, alive but catatonic. In an attempt to unravel the circumstances that led to the brutal murders, Lewis enlists the help of Dr. Elizabeth Klein (Maria Bello), who specializes in paranormal psychology.

As Lewis and Klein interrogate Michelle, it is implied that she and a group of her friends had broken into the house seeking to investigate something paranormal. During their mission, they mistakenly summoned a malevolent demon who then possessed one of them. Consequently, the group was subjected to a nightmarish chain of unfortunate events that led to the eventual massacre.

As the story unfolds, it is revealed that the demon's plan is well-orchestrated and that the events that had occurred were not random. What follows is a series of horrifying revelations as the characters discover the extent of the demon's power and malevolence.

Demonic's plot is unique, and its execution is intriguing. The movie takes on a found footage format, with the plotline centering on investigators piecing together the events that had unfolded through the footage found in the possession of the victims. The divided storyline keeps the viewer engaged, as we are taken down different paths through the investigation, leaving us with multiple possibilities of how the story may unfold.

The character development in Demonic is compelling. The cast does a fantastic job of bringing their characters to life. Frank Grillo’s portrayal of Detective Mark Lewis is especially noteworthy, playing the role of the tough and seasoned detective to perfection. Maria Bello's character is also well-portrayed, particularly when transitioning from the role of a scientist to that of a woman who is petrified by the events that she is investigating.

The settings in Demonic are atmospheric and eerie, particularly the abandoned house where the massacre occurs. The house is well-designed, with dark, foreboding corridors that leave you with a sense of dread and anticipation around every turn. The music and sound effects used to enhance the atmosphere are equally eerie and terrifying.

The special effects used in Demonic are impressive, particularly those used to depict the demon's possession of the characters. The demon's ability to control and manipulate the environment and the characters creates an atmosphere of helplessness and despair, emphasizing the power that it possesses.

Despite its slow start, Demonic delivers a satisfactory mix of suspense, horror, and supernatural elements. The plotline keeps the viewer guessing, with multiple possibilities of how the story may unfold. The cast does an excellent job of bringing their characters to life, and the settings, special effects, and sound effects are well-executed, making the movie an all-around creepy and engrossing experience.

In summary, Demonic is a movie that caters to fans of the horror genre, particularly those who enjoy supernatural elements. Though it may not be the most original horror movie out there, it still a solid choice for a Friday night scare.

Demonic is a 2015 thriller with a runtime of 1 hour and 23 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.3.