A review by uhhlexiconic
The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty

challenging dark inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

The Exorcist is absolutely frightening in the first half, but the horror gives way to a beautiful rumination of guilt, faith, and responsibility.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Body horror, Cursing, Death, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Suicide, Blood, Excrement, Vomit, Antisemitism, Grief, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Alcohol