I don't go to hell, who goes to hell

Kale 2022-01-25 08:01:47

From today's point of view, the film is not terrifying, but it should be regarded as shocking in the 70s, so the impact of the film is so big. Throughout the whole film, there are not many impressive shots. Only the shots of hands and feet crawling down the stairs with your back are imprinted in your mind. The rest are really mediocre. The little girl's face makeup after being possessed by the devil is pretty good, more realistic, and the sound effects are okay. The actors of the little girl’s mother did a good job and interpret the emotional changes more accurately and credibly.
Leaving aside some technical factors, I think the most important thing about this film is its ideological nature. It is different from the general horror movies that only pursue visual excitement. It reflects the spirit of sacrifice and redemption similar to Buddhism, "I will not go to hell, who will go to hell". Father Morin and Father Callas sacrificed themselves in order to save the little girl. This spirit is admirable. On the other hand, only with a clear heart can be confident and confident of victory in the face of the devil. Father Callas was full of guilt for his mother because he failed to take good care of his mother, so that he could not hold on to his faith, maintain his faith, and lose in the face-to-face confrontation with the devil. In the end, he could only destroy the devil and complete the self-salvation of his soul.
The film is also a bit lengthy, and it has just entered the topic after an hour of playing, which is too long. It is annoying to watch and tests the endurance of the audience. I think many viewers may not be able to persist.

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Extended Reading
  • Reba 2022-03-22 09:01:13

    The plot progresses slowly, the front is too long, and the final exorcism is unclear. At least 30 minutes of the scene can be deleted to make the film compact. The heroine's performance after hearing Booker's death in 1 hour was completely horrible. This is the result of the joint efforts of the actors and the director's editing. @2011-08-12 14:10:56

  • Aurore 2021-10-20 19:01:12

    "The Exorcist" should be regarded as the originator or bull of American horror movies. Even if you look at it today, it can’t be considered outdated. It gave a good demonstration of later horror genres in terms of sound, soundtrack, plot laying, and lighting. Even if you put its poster in front of you, your pupils will shrink and your hairs will stand up.

The Exorcist quotes

  • Chris MacNeil: Would you like some brandy in that, father?

    Father Merrin: Well, my doctor says I shouldn't, but thank God my will is weak.

  • [repeated lines]

    Father MerrinFather Karras: The Power of Christ compels you!