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Affliction is a word that means a state of pain, suffering, or distress. It can be something that causes a lot of trouble or sadness.

Because the word "Affliction" can mean different things, it is also used as a title for many books, movies, TV shows, and even brands. This page helps you find out what each one is!

Books

Some books have been given the title "Affliction":

  • Affliction (novel): This is a book from 2013 by Laurell K. Hamilton. It is part of a series about a character named Anita Blake, who hunts vampires.
  • Affliction: This is another novel by an author named Russell Banks. This book was later made into a movie.

Movies and TV Shows

Many films and television episodes have used "Affliction" in their titles:

  • Affliction (1997 film): This is an American drama movie from 1997. It was directed by Paul Schrader.
  • Affliction (1996 film): This was an American documentary film made in 1996. Documentaries show real events and facts.
  • Affliction (2021 film): This is an Indonesian horror movie released in 2021.
  • "Affliction" (Star Trek: Enterprise): This is an episode from the popular science fiction TV show Star Trek: Enterprise.
  • Afflictions: Culture & Mental Illness in Indonesia: This is a series of documentary films from 2010 to 2011. They explore culture and mental health in Indonesia.
  • The Afflicted (film): This is an American horror movie from 2011. It was directed by Jason Stoddard.
  • Afflicted (film): This is a Canadian horror movie from 2013. It was made by Derek Lee and Clif Prowse.
  • Afflicted (TV series): This is a documentary series that came out on Netflix in 2018.

Brands and Music

The word "Affliction" is also used for companies and music:

  • Affliction Clothing: This is an American company that makes and sells clothes.
    • Affliction Entertainment: This was a company that promoted mixed martial arts (MMA) fights. It was started by Affliction Clothing but is no longer active.
  • Afflicted: This is a technical death metal band from Sweden.
  • The Afflicted: This is a punk band from America.
  • Affliction: This is the name of an album released in 1996 by the band Econoline Crush.

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