

Two priests, one in crisis with his faith and the other confronting a turbulent past, must overcome their differences to perform a risky exorcism.
Acting
Pacino growling prayers like Shakespeare in a seminary
Writing
Two-priest dynamic fresher than standard possession tropes
Practical Effects
Gloomy Midwest exteriors that feel genuinely cursed

Director
David Midell
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on the 1928 exorcism of Emma Schmidt, one of the most documented Catholic exorcisms in American history—Midell filmed near the actual Ann, Missouri location.
Pacino researched with real exorcist priests and insisted on performing Latin rites live on set; Dan Stevens actually trained in Gregorian chant for six weeks.
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