"Did You See What She Did, Your @*&^$!* Daughter?!"

Rating: 10/10 (6 September 2009)

I remember seeing this when it was re-shown in British cinemas as its ban was lifted in 1999. 'The Scariest Movie Ever Made' is a formidable reputation and naturally, I couldn't wait to see it on the big screen. The cinema was at capacity, most were probably less interested in good horror and more curious in the film's dubious infamy. I had anticipated an audience jumping from their seats, shrieks from flabbergasted adults who could barely contain themselves in a some petrified stupor! Pop corn leaping from trembling hands and perhaps even a walk-out or two. What actually happened was laughter. Thats how a modern audience, fed on CGI laden garbage treats a horror classic? Personally, I think The Exorcist has aged beautifully. The script, cast and story all have a depth and quality that just doesn't date. And whilst the head-spinning, projectile vomiting, crotch grabbing moments of the film may not shock as they once did; there is an atmosphere to this movie, a feeling like an evil dog is off its leash and could do anything. The opening scene in the Middle East just has an indescribable un-easiness to it.
If you have yet to see The Exorcist, I couldn't recommend it enough - it is a classic in the truest sense. Try and forget the ban and even your own expectations and enjoy one of the greatest ever movies made.