In recent times the Abbey of St. Carta has been the subject of discussion in every corner of the world because of a horror movie "The Nun". The reason behind its popularity is that it is mentioned as the main location of the movie on which the whole movie is based. Now let's first talk about the abbey. The St. Carta Abbey is the oldest construction of its kind in eastern Europe. It is a former Cistercian monastery in the Țara Fagarasului region in southern Transylvania in Romania. The Abbey lies on the left bank of the Olt River, between the cities of Sibiu and Fagaras, close to the village of Carta. The monastery was built by Cistercian monks in 1205-1206, in the shape of a cross. Today, the monastery functions as a Lutheran Evangelical church. Because of its architecture and history, the Abbey of Carta attracts thousands of tourists annually, both Romanian and foreigners.
But according to legends, this place is haunted by the monks that used to live there in medieval times. It is believed that cistercian monks fasted whole year and ate sometimes cheese and boiled beech leaves. All of them slept in one room on hay. Due to poor state of life, monks were died at the age of 35-40 years and were buried at the abbey. Their graves now can be seen in the yard of the monastery. According to some people the place is haunted and that in the cellar, the chairs move occasionally and the walls vibrate. It is said that even the priests who served here had also observed that unbelievable incident.
The Abbey of Carta has been mentioned as the setting of the horror film The Nun, although the visuals and layout of the castle in the film do not match those of the real life monastery. The scenes of the monastery in the film were actually filmed at Romania's Corvin Castle, which was built around the same time the original Carta Monastery was stopped being a functioning abbey. But if you visit the Carta Monastery today, the only thing you will find, a popular tourist site that has now turned into ruins. You won't find an abbey like the one seen in "The Nun" movie.
In the movie "The Nun", a priest with a haunted past and a novice nun are sent to the Abbey of St. Carta in Romania during the early 1950s to investigate a young nun's mysterious suicide. The movie may be somewhere inspired by a tragic event happened in real life in 2005, when a 23-year-old nun at the Romanian Orthodox monastery in Tanacu, Romania named Maricica Irina Cornici was killed by a priest and other nuns during an attempted exorcism. It is said that she was tied to a cross, gagged, and starved for three days, resulting in her death. As a result, the priest who performed the exorcism along with four nuns, all faced charges and were sentenced to several years in prison.
According to the filmmakers of The Nun, the movie was not inspired by a true story. It was based on just a work of fiction, even the demon's name Valak is derived from mythology, not fact.
Terrifying Twists and Turns: The Nun II and the Enigma of St. Lucy's Legend
In the current era, we find ourselves immersed in the chilling sequel, "The Nun 2," gracing the silver screens. This cinematic masterpiece follows in the eerie footsteps of its predecessor, "The Nun" (2018), a global sensation that has captured the hearts and minds of audiences worldwide. Its enigmatic allure has resonated with nearly every soul fortunate enough to witness its dark and captivating narrative.
After the intricate occurrences at Saint Cartha's monastery, Sister Irene currently finds herself in the serene embrace of a French convent. Meanwhile, Maurice, navigating the labyrinth of life, has forged a remarkable connection within the walls of a prestigious boarding school. Here, he has struck up a profound friendship with a vivacious young Irish student by the name of Sophie, and also with her dedicated teacher and nurturing mother, Kate.
Sister Irene received an urgent message from the Cardinal, summoning her to investigate a string of mysterious deaths that had been plaguing Europe. These deaths were attributed to none other than the malevolent demon Valak, a name that sent shivers down the spines of all who had heard of its sinister deeds. Irene, with her past experience battling the demon at Saint Cartha's monastery, was chosen for the mission.
Joining her on this perilous journey was Sister Debra, a young novice who had shown remarkable dedication and resilience during her training. Sister Irene admired Debra's courage and believed that her youthful spirit would be an asset in facing the darkness that awaited them.
Their first destination was the picturesque town of Tarascon. It was rumored that Valak's presence had been felt there, and the Cardinal was deeply concerned about the potential threat it posed to innocent lives. As Irene and Debra arrived at the convent in Tarascon, they were greeted by the local sisters with both warmth and trepidation. The townsfolk had grown fearful, and whispers of Valak's malevolence filled the air.
As they settled into the convent, Irene couldn't shake the feeling that Valak's malevolent presence lingered nearby. Each night, Irene was plagued by disturbing dreams and eerie whispers that seemed to come from the shadows.
Meanwhile, at the boarding school where Maurice worked, a different kind of darkness loomed. Sophie, the young Irish student, had become the target of relentless bullying by her classmates. One day, her tormentors locked her inside the deconsecrated chapel, a place that sent shivers down the spines of even the bravest students.
Inside the chapel, Sophie was alone with only the dim light filtering through the mosaic window for company. The leader of the bullies pointed at the goat on the mosaic and tauntingly claimed that when the sun shines just right, the goat's eyes turn blood-red, a sign that the devil himself would appear.
Terrified and trapped, Sophie could feel her heart pounding as she watched the eerie red glow in the goat's eyes intensify with the shifting sunlight. She couldn't know whether it was just a cruel prank or something more sinister, but the fear that gripped her was all too real.
Sister Irene and Sister Debra embarked on a journey to the historic and imposing Palais des Papes. They were in search of answers, hoping that the ancient library within the grand palace would hold the key to unraveling the mystery of Valak's presence in Tarascon.
Inside the library, they met with a learned librarian who had spent a lifetime delving into the annals of history and the occult. As they explained their mission and the recent troubling events, the librarian listened intently, his eyes filled with a mixture of curiosity and concern.
He began to share a haunting tale that had been passed down through generations. Valak, he explained, was an angel who had been cast out from God's grace, a fallen being rejected by the heavens. This revelation sent shivers down Sister Irene's spine, reaffirming her conviction that Valak was indeed the malevolent force they were up against.
The librarian then turned his attention to the emblem on the rosary that Debra had received, recognizing it as the family crest of St. Lucy. He recounted the legend of St. Lucy, a brave martyr who had faced a gruesome death. St. Lucy had been set on fire, yet miraculously, she did not burn. Her eyes had been gouged out as part of her torture, but incredibly, her family had recovered them. These eyes, preserved through centuries, were considered a powerful relic.
With a grave expression, the librarian explained that Valak might be targeting the descendants of St. Lucy because it coveted this potent relic. He theorized that the relic was hidden within the boarding school, and the demon's recent actions were attempts to retrieve it.
Back at the boarding school, Sister Irene and Sister Debra knew they had to confront the demon Valak, which had fully possessed their friend Maurice. The once-kind caretaker had become an instrument of darkness, and his eyes glowed with an otherworldly malevolence.
Sophie, who had been tormented by her classmates and locked in the deconsecrated chapel, sought solace with Irene and Debra. She led them to the chapel, where the eerie mosaic of the goat still hung, its eyes seeming to follow their every move.
With trembling hands, Sister Irene and Sister Debra took out a flashlight. They had learned from the librarian that the red glow in the goat's eyes held a clue to the location of the eyes of St. Lucy, a powerful relic that Valak sought to claim.
As the sun cast its fading rays into the chapel, Irene aimed the flashlight at the mosaic goat, carefully positioning it so that the light would pass through the goat's eyes. The moment the light hit the mosaic, a remarkable transformation occurred. The goat's eyes began to glow a deep, blood-red, just as the bully had claimed.
Intriguingly, the red light emitted from the mosaic did not remain confined to the chapel's walls. It stretched out like an ethereal laser, cutting through the shadows and pointing to a specific spot within the school's grounds.
Following the crimson beam, the three women hurriedly followed its path. The red light led them to a secluded corner of the schoolyard, where they unearthed a hidden chamber containing a small reliquary.
Inside the reliquary, they found the preserved eyes of St. Lucy, encased in a crystal vial. It was indeed a powerful relic, radiating an aura of sanctity and protection.
However, there existed no opportunity for them to revel in their newfound revelation. The possessed Maurice was drawing near, the darkness within him threatening to consume them all. Armed with the relic and their unwavering faith, Sister Irene, Sister Debra, and Sophie steeled themselves for a final confrontation with Valak, determined to banish the demon and restore peace to the school and their friend.
In the climactic battle against the fully-possessed Maurice, Sister Irene brandished the relic containing the preserved eyes of St. Lucy. With determination and faith, she aimed to use its power to banish Valak once and for all.
As she approached Maurice, he lunged forward and grabbed the relic from her hands, causing Valak to manifest in all its horrifying glory. Valak, now corporeal, lifted Irene into the air with an eerie force, the malevolent presence surrounding her. Then, with a cruel smile, Valak set Irene ablaze.
To everyone's astonishment, Irene did not burn. Instead, a divine radiance surrounded her, and she felt an inexplicable surge of power. In that moment, she realized the truth: she was a descendant of St. Lucy, and she could harness the same miraculous power associated with the relic.
With newfound conviction, Irene and Sister Debra began to pray the Words of Institution used in Christian celebrations of the Eucharist. Their unwavering faith transformed the old barrels of wine in the room into what they believed was the actual blood of Christ.
As the miraculous wine flowed, Irene and Debra poured it over Valak. The demon writhed in agony as the sacred blood soaked its twisted form. The divine power contained within the wine, channeled through their faith and lineage, proved to be anathema to Valak's malevolence.
With a deafening scream, Valak was condemned back to the depths of Hell, vanquished by the power of faith, lineage, and the divine blood of Christ. The room fell silent, the malevolence lifted, and the possessed Maurice returned to his senses, bewildered and freed from Valak's grip.
Sister Irene, her form untouched by the flames, gently descended to the ground, her faith and lineage having protected her from the demon's wrath. She and Sister Debra shared a solemn moment of relief and gratitude, knowing that they had prevailed against the ancient evil that had threatened their world.
With Valak banished, the school and the town of Tarascon would once again know peace, and the relic of St. Lucy would remain safeguarded, its power harnessed for good.
A very nice movie their movements are like real and the settings it really chill you to spines.
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