First of all....I really liked it. While many of you may be turned off immediately by a film with a title like "Stigmata", this is a great film. Stigmata is about persons with a deep religious faith who take on the outward signs of crusifixtion as Christ did. These people develop thorn cuts on their heads, bleed from the hands and feet, and wounds in their side. This is a film that brings elements of possible demonic possessions with the response of the Catholic Church. At times the audience may wince at the gore but also be entertained at how it is presented. As I sat watching this film, I wondered what I would do if I encountered a person floating in the air hanging on an imaginary cross....would calling 911 bring the relief or help I seek? I could just imagine a Milwaukee cop showing up and quickly leaving (but still having enough time to stop and give me a parking ticket first.) This film will cause you to wonder....do these things really happen? Do other religions other than Catholics have stigmatas, and how come they don't make movies with non-Catholic priests responding....here comes Jim or Tammy Faye to take care of a demon, now that might sell. The film is well done, it keeps your attention, it challenges you, and is well acted and filmed. Bottom line...if you are looking for a thriller that leaves you questioning a few components of your personal faith, then this film is for you.
