Untouchable.

Rating: 9/10 (16 August 2013)

40 years. In 4 decades it has reigned as King of horror films. Hundreds have tried and failed to leave so much as a mark on its epic notoriety.
And it's legend is in no way over exaggerated. First of all, the fact that this was the first film of it's kind, garners immediate intrigue. Whats equally impressive is that it smashes any boundaries that may have been there; the gruesome scenes, the cut throat dialogue, everything just appeared limitless. It is one of the reasons why every film that has followed has been unable to surpass it, to better it. It has left no room to improve or outdo it. You could say that it is pointless trying, but maybe one day someone will find the genius and innovation to overcome it's iconic stature.
The acting is superb by all, but of course the ultimate plaudits have to go to Linda Blair as Regan. To go from a sweet little girl, to a seemingly mentally troubled child, to then a possessed, demonic entity. As a child to act that way, to be part of those scenes, to be the main focus of such a horrific film can only gain praise.
Over the years we have seen action films become more explosive, more adventurous. Comedies have become more versatile and more inventive. Thrillers more thought provoking, with twists and turns. But in regards to horror films nothing has came close to The Exorcist
9.5/10