Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist Poster

Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist

Release Date: 2023-10-05

Rating: ⭐ 7.3/10 (3 votes)

Genres: Documentary, Horror

Overview: A lyrical and spiritual cinematic essay on The Exorcist, the last film of Alexandre O. Philippe explores the uncharted depths of William Friedkin’s mind’s eye, the nuances of his filmmaking process, and the mysteries of faith and fate that have shaped his life and filmography.

Production: Milkhaus, Screen Division, Exhibit A Pictures, Familystyle Film

🎭 Top Cast

William Friedkin
William Friedkin
as Self
Ellen Burstyn
Ellen Burstyn
as Self (archive footage)
Linda Blair
Linda Blair
as Self (archive footage)
Jason Miller
Jason Miller
as Self (archive footage)
Max von Sydow
Max von Sydow
as Self (archive footage)
Lee J. Cobb
Lee J. Cobb
as Self (archive footage)

📝 User Reviews

SWITCH.
⭐ 10/10
Nov 19, 2020

For those with a love for 'The Exorcist', but haven't read up on much of the behind-the-scenes details, this documentary will provide great stories and fascinating moments from the man who put it all together. But 'Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist' isn't just an analysis of Friedkin's finest work, or an uncovering of his influences and processes. It's a fascinating, no smoke and mirrors insight, honest portrait that allows a legendary director to not only explain his magnum opus, but who he is as an artist and as a man. - Jake Watt Read Jake's full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-leap-of-faith-william-friedkin-on-the-exorcist-an-utterly-fascinating-chat-with-a-legend-of-cinema

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