Review of The Exorcist (1973) by Robert Koehler for Variety — 07 Nov 1975
Just as some of the footage deepens what is already there, additions in final reel, though closer to Blatty’s wishes, restate the obvious or add a feel-good patina which pushes the film closer to our own audience-pleasing period than the more daring early ’70s.
[2000 re-release].
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This review of The Exorcist (1973) was written by Robert Koehler and published by Variety on 07 Nov 1975.
The Exorcist has generally received very positive reviews.
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