Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist 2023

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Documentary Horror

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.

Release Date 2023-10-05
Runtime 1h 45m
Directors Alexandre O. Philippe, Robert Muratore
Producers Phil Hay, Chad Herschberger, Karyn Kusama, Annick Mahnert, Matt Manfredi, Robert Muratore, Randy Pharo, Joey Porcelli, Kerry Deignan Roy, Cathy Trekloff, Cathy Trekloff
Writer Alexandre O. Philippe

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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