S1: Episode 34: The Exorcist (1973)

The power of Christ compels you... to listen to this episode because it's our most requested one yet: William Friedkin's THE EXORCIST from 1973! Join Anthony and Alix on a journey to answer a major question: Was The Exorcist really a cursed production? The team takes you through the original case that inspired the book, and how a newspaper article, game show prize money, and a director with little regard for human safety created the masterpiece we know today. Alix adds a flavor of film theory with an exploration of the exorcism genre as a whole, and the inherent implications of gender when looking at possession in film. The team also explores how the film helped inspire the early "hype" process of modern filmmaking and chaos that ensued from its release (yes, people fainted). There's a lot to unpack, so sit back, enjoy, and sanitize your crucifixes! Also, 5 starts wouldn't hurt, eh? TELL YOUR FRIENDS TOO! Classic Horror 2 by Kevin MacLeodLicensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License