The Exorcist

A twelve-year-old girl. A mother out of options. Two priests walking into something neither can explain. The Exorcist is William Friedkin's 1973 supernatural horror film—written and produced by William Peter Blatty from his own novel, starring Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Jason Miller, and Linda Blair—and the first horror film ever nominated for Best Picture. In our Ellen Burstyn series, Pete and Andy dig into what makes it more than a horror film: the naturalistic craft underneath the possession, the performances, and the cultural shockwave it sent through 1973 America.Both hosts consider it one of the great films. We have a great time talking about it, so check it out then tune in—The Next Reel on TruStory FM, when the movie ends, our conversation begins!🔓 The movie ends. The conversation goes further. Become a member. 🎧 Members get this episode early and ad-free in their private feed—plus every show in The Next Reel family.Full episode resources here.The Next Reel Family of Film Shows:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and Movements | The Film Board | Movies We Like | The Next Reel | Sitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Web | Letterboxd | Flickchart | Instagram | Bluesky | YouTube | DiscordYour Hosts: Andy | PeteMerch Store | Audible