Martyrs

Martyrs

(2008)

In a world where belief and sacrifice collide, “Martyrs” invites viewers into a gripping tale of resilience, faith, and the quest for truth. Set against the backdrop of a dilapidated urban landscape, the story follows Sophie, a brilliant but tormented journalist haunted by her family’s tragic past. After her younger sister, Anna, mysteriously disappears, Sophie uncovers a web of religious zealotry and dark secrets lurking beneath the city’s surface.

Sophie’s investigation leads her to a secretive cult known as the “Order of the Ascendants.” Comprised of individuals who practice extreme faith through ritualistic suffering, the Order believes that transcendence can be achieved through martyrdom. Driven by guilt and the relentless pursuit of justice, Sophie infiltrates the cult, using her skills to gain their trust while clinging to the hope of finding Anna.

As she delves deeper, Sophie discovers the chilling reality behind the Order’s mission—a charismatic leader, Father Elias, who preys on the vulnerable and manipulates his followers into acts of unspeakable torment. Sophie befriends Chloe, a young follower with a gift for visions, who becomes both an ally and a tragic figure in the unfolding chaos. Together, they navigate the murky waters of faith, questioning the boundaries between belief and madness.

As Sophie races against time to save Anna and bring the cult to light, her own beliefs are put to the test. She is forced to confront her past, the nature of sacrifice, and whether true enlightenment can be achieved through pain. The story reaches a fever pitch when a catastrophic event shakes the Order to its core, leading to a breathtaking showdown between faith and reason.

“Martyrs” masterfully intertwines elements of psychological thriller and deep character exploration, creating a haunting narrative that lingers long after the credits roll. With a stellar cast and atmospheric cinematography, each episode is a visceral journey through the complexities of faith, sacrifice, and the path to redemption. Viewers will find themselves questioning the essence of existence as they witness a powerful exploration of what it truly means to be a martyr in a world that often fails to understand its own darkness.

Streaming Charts

The MovieScout Daily Streaming Charts are calculated by user activity within the last 24 hours. This includes clicking on a streaming offer, adding a title to a watchlist, and marking a title as 'seen'. This includes data from ~1.3 million movie & TV show fans per day.

MovieScout Logo

11.

+4

Rating

MovieScout Rating 7

Genres

Horror

Runtime

1h 39m

Age rating

Production country

Director

Pascal Laugier

Cast

Morjana Alaoui
Mylène Jampanoï
Catherine Bégin
Robert Toupin
Patricia Tulasne
Juliette Gosselin
Xavier Dolan
Louise Boisvert
Jean-Marie Moncelet
Jessie Pham
Erika Scott
Isabelle Chasse
Emilie Miskdjian
Tony Robinow
Anie Pascale
Mike Chute
Gaëlle Cohen
Louis Thevenon

Please leave us your facebook profile url and we will contact you with employment proposal shortly


Error: Contact form not found.

This will close in 0 seconds