Review of Exorcist: The Beginning (2004) by Michelle C — 15 Jul 2007

I would like to start by saying that this is far better than the second film but absolutely nothing compared to the original and the second sequel. You know that there is going to be an exorcism and they don't let you think otherwise at any point. The problem is that the build up to this finale is not looking at the social aspects and the introverted paranoia associated with such confusion but instead focuses on confusing the issue. It feels painful that this has been done before so much better. This is boring with little development until near the end with a cool twist and some cool scenes. The biggest gripe is that this film is laced with computer effects designed to impress the audience. You don't need to be impressed but instead scared. This film simply doesn't deliver.

In one word: Lame.