The Possession uses a mixture of horror and religion in a distinct manner, yet not overdone or preachy. Clyde is on a time crunch to save Em, and anyone she comes across that upsets the spirit meets a tragic end, so the focus is centered around finding a solution to the possession rather than exploring the religious implications of the events. Multiple faiths work together to exorcise the spirit in an attempt to save Em. A scene involving an MRI has an unsettlingly accomplished visual effect, down to the detailed view of the scan images to the sense of horrific dread that creeps into the room as the characters realize something beyond medical understanding is occurring.

The characters are portrayed believably by this team of actors, down to the most minor role. It opens with a strange, suddenly violent scene that leaves the audience desperate for answers. There are typical family moments to highlight how this is a traditional family, but the longer the box is with Em these precious times become unsettling and concerning. 

Settling down for The Possession is great for anyone wanting to watch a father who dearly loves his family risk everything to protect his daughters. It is twisted, dark, and hits accurately on some religious traditions creating a believable reason why this box contains such powers. The Possession has a darkness hinted at that grows to a true horror to behold and is interesting from start to finish. It is currently streaming on a variety of streaming services, such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, and YouTube.