Only a few times in movie history has a sequel had something important to say, rather than just cashing in on the original's popularity with a regurgitation of the same thing. Examples of sequels (trilogies) that got it right: Return of the Jedi (original Star Wars trilogy), Exorcist III (ugh, but just skip Exorcist II), and of course Prophecy 3.In each of these cases, the stories are written in a fluid, logical manner that rewards you with an amazing conclusion, as if the writer had planned it from the beginning. The Prophecy trilogy isn't just about angels & action, it's the story of Gabriel (played, as none other, by the incomparable Christopher Walken). That's about all I'll say about the plot because I don't want to ruin it.What made the original Prophecy so great wasn't just the story & the action/drama but it was the way they blended some hilarious comedic moments into the mix. In that respect I compare the original Prophecy to dark action comedies like "Pulp Fiction" (which features a lot of actors who also appeared in The Prophecy). If you liked those surreal Prophecy laughs like when Gabriel & Rachel stop at a roadside diner, or the comedic wit of the coroner Joseph, etc, you'll see more of that here in the 3rd installment.Gabriel stops in at the same roadside diner to irritate the stone-faced "Madge" once again. We also get some great moments from Joseph the coroner (Steve Hytner from Seinfeld... "Gold, Jerry! Gold!") and of course the great one-liners from Gabriel, instantly reminding us that this is a characteristic, human movie.The action scenes are very good, using the new (at the time) wire techniques like in Crouching Tiger. There is a relentless tension that builds due to one character's unstoppable hunt for another, like in Terminator or Westworld. But this movie throws you a curve ball at the end, showing you the story is actually about something completely different.I haven't yet seen The Prophecy 4 & 5, but I can't imagine anything that could follow this film as the best conclusion to the angels-behaving-badly series. If you've seen the original Prophecy, you absolutely must see the whole trilogy.

in my opinion this final film in the original trilogy is the weakest of the three but still not bad.i like what they did with Christopher Walken's character Gabriel.and Walken himself is great as usual.in fact he's the best thing about the film.i also liked the ending.more on that in a bit.i didn't particularly like the main villain.i thought he was just too ordinary and not worthy of the material.i also found this installment a bit too preachy for my tastes.now back to the ending.the thing i liked about it was that it brought everything full circle.i thought that was a very fitting way to end the trilogy.definitely not as good as it could have been,but still watchable and had some good points.for me,The Prophecy 3: The Ascent is a 6/10

I am very excited about the accuracy of prophecies. How human nature brings about the logic of man and his kingdom. In today's world the motives of men to establish a just and good society can not be overlooked with actions of terrorist who would call themselves patriots or the angels of their societies.The mirror images of the Twin Towers and the Brazilian government make for a testament to what man can build and destroy. To harness Gods force of nature and direct it must be awesome. As this film projects even the worst of mans fears invites heavens guardians to help guide them.Christopher Walken plays this role very well, although I appreciated him more in the original prophecy. I think the passion that he used in the movie The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is what most might expect of a dark angel. But as Robert DeNiro portrayed in Johnny Angel the power of wisdom by Gods hand is the moving force. Thus, I am equally satisfied with how Walken plays this dark guardian of heavens gate.

I Liked the movie. I was hoping for a love story though kinda like the one in The Prophecy Two..In this film i felt there was a sorta rush for an ending.Other than that i loved the movie. (DAVE BUZZOTA) was just too cute and (CHRISTOPHER WALKEN)did the film turning out to be a nice guy realizing that being human really isn't that bad.I really wouldn't mind if they made a Prophecy 4. Heck I would watch it any day over the matrix.Hopefully if there were ever to be another prophecy sequel or trilogy there would be a bigger love story than the one in Prophecy 3.Hey in every movie involving the end of the human race or heaven there should be a love story.One never can have enough romance.Than again it was suppose to be a horror movie. I give the film an 8....Its worth seeing but it's best you see The Prophecy 2 at least to understand what really is going on. You really don't have to see the first one.Some characters from the first film are seen in prophecy 3. HECK SEE IT ALL...ITS ALL GOOD!!!!!!