Review of The Exorcist (1973) by Rob M — 01 Sep 2017
William Friedkin's masterpiece is every bit as harrowing today as it was over 40 years ago. Linda Blair plays an impressionable 12 year old who becomes possessed by an ancient and very powerful demon named Pazuzu.
Ellen Burstyn is her hard-living middle-aged actress mother and Jason Blair is a trouble priest who attempts to find someone worthy of exorcising her. Max von Sydow comes to the rescue and the events that unfold hurl at you in rapid pace.
The horror does not lie in suspense but rather in thinking. The further the film delves into Catholic fundamentals of demonic possession the more enrapturing the film becomes. Stellar performances by Burstyn, Blair, and Miller add to the horrific delight of this acclaimed gem.
This review of The Exorcist (1973) was written by Rob M on 01 Sep 2017.
The Exorcist has generally received very positive reviews.
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