Hallmark Cinema!

Rating: 10/10 (5 September 2010)

Adapted from the 1971 novel of the same name by William Peter Blatty and based on the exorcism case of Robbie Mannheim, 'The Exorcist ' is a terrific film, that is eerie, thought-provoking & challenging!
'The Exorcist' is about a young girl dealing with the demonic possession and her mother's desperate attempts to win back her daughter through an exorcism conducted by two priests respectively.
William Friedkin is a proficient storyteller, and his body of work proves that. 'The Exorcist' is his finest attempt as a storyteller and observer. More than being a horror cult-favorite, it's a film that questions our beliefs and disbelief's. It has an outstanding start, middle & end.
Linda Blair's portrayal as a possessed soul, is exemplary. A legendary performance that not only haunts you, but also makes you empathize the person suffering within. Ellen Burstyn is superb as the desperate/shattered mother. Jason Miller is fabulous in his part.
On the whole, This Truly is Hallmark Cinema! An Outstanding Cinematic Achievement! Two Big Thumbs Up!