Limbic system
structures of the brain
Will The Exorcist stimulate limbic system?
The limbic system of the brain contains regions that detect fear, control bodily functions and perceive sensory information. The Exorcist has been called one of the scariest movies of all time. The Exorcist ranked number 3 on the American Film Institute's 100 Years/100 Thrills list.
Based on its functions, what kinds of stimuli is the limbic system likely to respond to? What is the general opinion of the movie The Exorcist? Does #2 suggest that the movie will generate #1?