: It suggests that the "above" (the universe, stars, and spiritual realm) is a mirror of the "below" (the earth, the body, and the human soul).

: The film heavily references Dante’s Inferno and Jungian psychology, suggesting that to "climb out," one must first confront and resolve the "darker parts" of themselves hidden below.

: Archaeologist Scarlett Marlowe leads a team into the Paris Catacombs to find the Philosopher’s Stone. As they descend deeper, they enter a "personal hell" where their past traumas and sins manifest as physical threats.

The phrase "As Above, So Below" can refer to a profound ancient philosophy or a popular modern horror film. Here is content exploring both interpretations: 1. The Ancient Hermetic Principle

Originating from the , a cryptic ancient text attributed to Hermes Trismegistus , this phrase is the foundation of Hermeticism.

: As detailed in The Kybalion , this principle posits that there is harmony between the different planes of existence. What happens in your inner world (thoughts and emotions) will eventually reflect in your outer life.

: It was the first film granted permission to shoot in the actual off-limits sections of the Paris Catacombs, contributing to its claustrophobic and "wrong" atmosphere.

: It is often used to describe the equilibrium of opposites—creation and destruction, light and dark—symbolized by figures like Baphomet . 2. The 2014 Horror Film