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The Exorcist (1973) Reviews

The Exorcist (1973)
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Novelist William Peter Blatty based his best-seller on the last known Catholic-sanctioned exorcism in the United States. Blatty transformed the little boy in the 1949 incident into a little girl named Regan, played by 14-year-old Linda Blair. Suddenly prone to fits and bizarre behavior, Regan proves quite a handful for her actress-mother, Chris MacNeil (played by Ellen Burstyn, although Blatty reportedly based the character on his next-door neighbor Shirley MacLaine). When Regan gets completely out of hand, Chris calls in young priest Father Karras (Jason Miller), who becomes convinced that the girl is possessed by the Devil and that they must call in an exorcist: namely, Father Merrin (Max von Sydow). His foe proves to be no run-of-the-mill demon, and both the priest and the girl suffer numerous horrors during their struggles. The Exorcist received a theatrical rerelease in 2000, in a special edition that added 11 minutes of footage trimmed from the film's original release and digitally enhanced Chris Newman's Oscar-winning sound work. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Linda Blair, Ellen Burstyn, (more)
Director(s):
Jason Miller, William Friedkin, (more)
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
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Basil P.

Nothing is Scarier Then The Exorcist In Any Time Period New or Old! If You Find it Not Scary the Thing i Would think First is That You Must Be An Atheist.

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LOUIS I.

The additional footage benefits the film. In the original release, i was left with the impression that there was not enough transition from Regan's normal state and when she shows the more pronounced signs of the demon manifestation. It is a great drama that leaves an intelligent viewer emotionally depleted--as though he shared the ordeal with the characters. I think that all great films exceed their genre. The Godfather was not just a gangster film and The Exorcist surpasses the category of horror......LI

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Jonathan S.

My favorite horror movie of all time, bar none. There is a creepiness to this movie that no other movie I've seen has been able to replicate. It gets into your bones and sticks with you long after the movie is over. The acting is superb.

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Alena M.

@ Basil P. (below comment) I am an Atheist and I still think this is the scariest/creepiest movie ever made.

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Nancy P.

The ultimate Demon Possession vs. Catholic Church film.Still the champion. Why?Because of its haunting images, like a priest's shadowy entrance and steep cement staircase?Yes, that and the story builds with a simmering intelligence.Regan's mother and doctors do everything possible for her "bizarre behavior." When her symptoms flair up beyond any rational explanation; other worldly possibilities are considered by her mother.Psychiatrist Father Karras admits his doubts in a supernatural cause, until he meets what is obviously not Regan.Something inhuman and evil possessing her body and mind.Father Merrin explains why an innocent child is chosen by this ancient deadly demon.It's to make people doubt there is a loving God; doubt there is a God at all.Why would a God that has created and defeated the deity of evil let it destroy His innocent child?The more this demon acts out in rage, only leaves those trying to help Regan with a stronger belief in God; protective or indifferent.

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Pamela V.

I went to see this when it was new. I had to ask my husband to take me home before it was over with. I still to this day have trouble trying to watch this movie. I watch horror and thrillers a lot but this movie has to be the scariest movie ever made.

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Jeff H.

An excelant movie.

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Micheleine J.

THE BEST!!!

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Mario G.

I Think it is one of the scariest movies I have ever watched. Linda Blair will always be remembered for her great acting in this movie. Then I was scared for a long long time, this time it gave me chills and the laugh when she killed Marriman is unforgettable. It is the best scary movie ever

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Andrew G.

The Exorcist is a very tricky film to review. It may be too disturbing for some, may be boring to some contemporary viewers, and will work for some. If you want a good (great, really) horror film that is also a bit of a slow burn, the Exorcist is for you.

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    Basil P.

    Nothing is Scarier Then The Exorcist In Any Time Period New or Old! If You Find it Not Scary the Thing i Would think First is That You Must Be An Atheist.

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    LOUIS I.

    The additional footage benefits the film. In the original release, i was left with the impression that there was not enough transition from Regan's normal state and when she shows the more pronounced signs of the demon manifestation. It is a great drama that leaves an intelligent viewer emotionally depleted--as though he shared the ordeal with the characters. I think that all great films exceed their genre. The Godfather was not just a gangster film and The Exorcist surpasses the category of horror......LI

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    Jonathan S.

    My favorite horror movie of all time, bar none. There is a creepiness to this movie that no other movie I've seen has been able to replicate. It gets into your bones and sticks with you long after the movie is over. The acting is superb.

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