The Story:
A disillusioned seminary student, Michael Kovak (Colin O'Donoghue) is sent to the Vatican to attend an exorcism course. Even there, he seems uninterested and combative, so the Vatican sends him off to visit Father Trevant (Anthony Hopkins) and watch a master exorcist at work. Still thinking other things could explain what he's seeing, Michael is put to the ultimate test when Father Trevant becomes possessed by the demon Ba'al.
Did I forget to mention that this is based on a true story?
Yeah, well it is.
Which helps dial up the creepiness factor a few notches.
Say what you will about God, Faith, Hope, the devil, demons, exorcisms...
The Exorcist is still, hands down one of the scariest movies I've ever seen. I will most likely never watch it again.
It is also one of the most uplifting movies about Faith, at the exact same time.
This movie treads a fine line, keeping the pea-spewing and horror down in favor of just plain creepy.
It's a nice balance, and still has enough "ewww" factor to keep horror fans interested.
And sending in a student with a lack of faith will either overwhelmingly restore it, or destroy it.
The ending works perfectly.
Final Grade: B
Rewatchability/Purchase Factor: Not nearly as scary as the Exorcist, but I'm happy with just one viewing.
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