Review of The Last Exorcism (2010) by Benjamin J — 29 Aug 2012

Interesting concept with it being a "documentary." Too bad it ended right when it was getting good.

This review of The Last Exorcism (2010) was written by Benjamin J on 29 Aug 2012.

The Last Exorcism has generally received mixed reviews.

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