the film were negative. Hal Hinson from The Washington Post gave the film a mostly positive review, writing, "The Believers is a bizarre, occult thriller about the implications of religious faith. And, though it doesn't expand upon its shock tactics as much as it would like to or make its theological points, the movie's dread atmosphere begins to seep into your head." Author and film critic Leonard Maltin awarded the film 2.5 out of 5 stars, calling it "Gripping", and "genuinely frightening". Brett Gallman from Oh, the Horror praised the film, writing, "While The Believers feels familiar on a surface level, its use of Santeria mythology and Schlesinger's deft blend of suspense and graphic shocks provide enough flavor to separate it from the flock." References Sources External links 1987 films 1987 horror films 1980s horror thriller films American horror thriller films American serial killer films American supernatural horror films 1980s English-language films Films directed by John Schlesinger Films set in Minnesota Films set in New York City American neo-noir films Films about cults Films based on American horror novels Occult detective fiction Orion Pictures films Religious horror films Crime horror films Works about Santería Films with screenplays by Mark Frost American supernatural thriller films Films scored by J. Peter Robinson Films about human sacrifice 1980s American films