The Deliverance Explores Latoya Ammons Exorcism Case

Netflix's horror film 'The Deliverance,' directed by Lee Daniels and inspired by the true story of Latoya Ammons, features Andra Day as a single mother coping with generational trauma and supernatural threats in her new home. The film follows Ebony Jackson and her children as they confront eerie occurrences and strange behaviors that attract the attention of social services. Critics have given the film mixed reviews, praising performances but criticizing the script and effects, leading to a 40% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The narrative intertwines themes of racial and social issues with classic horror elements, though some feel it does not innovate within the genre. Filming in Pittsburgh, the production emphasized spiritual protection, impacting the cast's experiences during the shoot. The real-life Ammons case, which included claims of demonic possession and exorcisms, significantly influenced the film's plot.