demonic
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The actor again stole the show with theatrical flair as the Lord of Darkness in Ridley Scott’s bleak 1985 fantasy “Legend,” playing a demonic horned figure opposite Tom Cruise.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
Still, he insists he knows a demonic possession when he sees one.
From Barron's ● Jul. 19, 2026
While some more skeptically minded clergy do not enjoy discussing demonic possession, each diocese is supposed to have a designated exorcist.
From Slate ● Jun. 8, 2026
Regardless, standout performances such as Daniel Camargo’s compelling prince, Léa Fleytoux’s fabulously arrow-sharp Firebird and Patrick Frenette’s demonic sorcerer held the stage with impressive individuality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 18, 2026
Victarion had forbidden his men to bring any of the demonic creatures aboard ship, yet somehow half his fleet was now infested with them, even his own Iron Victory.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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