The documentary The Apocalyptic Sect of Antares de la Luz revisits one of the most controversial and dramatic stories of modern Chile. This infamous sect was involved in macabre rituals, including the ritual murder of a newborn baby in the Colliguay Hills. Through interviews, re-enactments and expert analysis, this film attempts to break down the events and beliefs that led to these extreme acts.
The Antares de la Luz sect, also known as Order of the Star, was founded by Ramón Gustavo Castillo Gaete, who claimed to be a reincarnation of an Inca god. His teachings blended esotericism, Gnosticism and astrology, promising spiritual purification through various rituals. These practices included "sacred" sexual acts, the use of psychedelic drugs, and intensive nocturnal ceremonies under the stars.
The sect is infamous for the ritual murder of a newborn baby in 2013, in the hills of Colliguay, near Valparaíso. The baby, the son of a member of the sect, was sacrificed in a ritual supposed to prevent an apocalypse that Castillo had predicted. Following the discovery of the child's charred body, the case came to light, prompting international media coverage and a thorough investigation.
Castillo fled to Peru shortly after the murder, where he was found dead, apparently by suicide, in May 2013. Several cult members have been arrested and faced justice for their involvement in the cult's crimes and illegal activities.
The case had far-reaching repercussions, not only for the members and their families, who suffered indoctrination and abuse, but also on a legal and social level in Chile. It has prompted critical reflection on the regulation of religious and spiritual groups, and strengthened measures to protect the human rights and safety of children.
This documentary will appeal to a wide range of viewers, from history and social psychology buffs interested in the power dynamics within cults and the psychological effects of indoctrination, to fans of crime stories. Those fascinated by criminal investigation should also find it a mine of information on the handling of cult cases.
Antares de la Luz's Apocalyptic Sect should highlight the dangers of extremist beliefs and manipulative authority. By shedding light on this tragic story and its implications, Netflix offers a unique opportunity to reflect on important questions of society, law and morality.
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