Australian horror film Leviticus weaponises homophobia to terrifying effect (opens original article in a new tab)

Australian horror film Leviticus uses supernatural elements to depict the psychological effects of homophobia on a queer teenager, drawing from personal and societal experiences.

• Australian horror film Leviticus explores homophobia's impact through a story of a closeted teenager and a vengeful spirit
• The film's director, Adrian Chiarella, drew from personal experiences of queer identity and religious community pressures
• Leviticus uses horror elements to highlight the isolation and internalized stigma faced by LGBTQ+ youth