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In this episode, I join Hugo and Priscilla Luna to explore the iconic 1973 horror film The Exorcist, directed by William Friedkin. We dissect its classification as horror, delve into its psychological themes, and reflect on how early exposure to the film shapes perceptions of the genre.We examine the historical context of post-Vietnam America, discussing societal fears surrounding science and religion. The conversation highlights Friedkin's innovative filmmaking techniques and key scenes, particularly Reagan's possession. We also analyze character arcs, focusing on Father Karras's internal struggles. We wrap up by recommending both versions of the film to appreciate its layered narrative and significance in cinema.Pricilla Luna:https://www.instagram.com/communalpresshttps://www.instagram.com/mutual.aid.collective/https://www.instagram.com/calaverawearofficial/Hugohttps://www.instagram.com/seizethemeansshirtshttps://linktr.ee/seizethemeanshttps://www.etsy.com/shop/SeizeTheMeans24Left of the Projector Linkshttps://www.patreon.com/LeftoftheProjectorPodhttps://boxd.it/5T9O1https://leftoftheprojector.comhttps://instagram.com/leftoftheprojectorhttp://tiktok.com/@leftoftheprojectorpodhttps://www.threads.net/@leftoftheprojector

Somewhere between science and superstition, there is another world. The world of darkness. BANG-UARY continues! All bangers, all month! This week your hosts cover the 1973 classsic THE EXORCIST! An evil force has inhabited the boy of young Regan MacNiel. Assisted by seasoned excorcist Farther Merrin, Catholic counselor Father Karras must face his own crisis of faith before he can help the young girl.  Are the boys be pea soup? Find out here! Also this week:  Buffets, '90s Commercials, and the Pazuzu Pizza Hut Pizza All this--and a whole lot more--on this week's episode of NEON BRAINIACS! Check out our Patreon for tons of bonus content, exclusive goodies, and access to our Discord! "What an excellent day for an exorcism."  ----- Directed by William Friedkin Starring Ellen Burstyn, Jason Miller, Linda Blair, and Max Von Sydow

When it comes to films that have left a lasting mark on the horror genre, few can rival the terrifying power of The Exorcist (1973). Directed by William Friedkin and adapted from William Peter Blatty's 1971 novel, The Exorcist shattered boundaries with its unflinching portrayal of demonic possession and the battle between good and evil. Released in December 1973, the film captivated audiences and sparked controversy for its graphic content and shocking themes. This review will explore why The Exorcist (1973) remains a pinnacle of horror cinema, from its groundbreaking storytelling to its cultural and cinematic significance.A Simple Story Elevated by Complex ThemesAt its core, The Exorcist (1973) tells a simple yet profoundly disturbing story. It revolves around the possession of a young girl, Regan MacNeil (played by Linda Blair), and the desperate efforts of her mother, Chris (Ellen Burstyn), to save her. The family's only hope rests with two priests, Father Karras (Jason Miller) and the seasoned exorcist, Father Merrin (Max von Sydow). While the premise seems straightforward—a child in peril, religious figures battling a supernatural force—the film digs deeper into themes of faith, guilt, and the fragility of human existence.One of the key elements that makes The Exorcist so unsettling is its exploration of faith, or rather, the loss of it. Father Karras is a man wracked by doubt. He's a priest who has lost his mother, a psychiatrist struggling to reconcile his beliefs with the suffering he sees in the world. His personal crisis mirrors the larger question the film asks: what do we do when confronted with something truly evil? This is the tension at the heart of The Exorcist, elevating the film from mere shock value to something far more existential and terrifying.Unforgettable PerformancesThe performances in The Exorcist (1973) are nothing short of iconic, particularly that of Linda Blair as the possessed Regan. Blair's transformation from a sweet, innocent child to a terrifying vessel for a demon is astonishing. It's a performance that pushes the limits of what was previously expected from child actors, and it's still regarded as one of the most chilling portrayals in horror history. Her physical and emotional range—enhanced by the groundbreaking makeup effects of Dick Smith—leaves a lasting impact. Every contorted expression every guttural sound that emerges from her during the possession sequences is haunting.Ellen Burstyn's portrayal of a desperate mother is equally powerful. Chris MacNeil's descent from a successful actress to a mother on the verge of breakdown is heart-wrenching. The film builds up her growing terror and helplessness as Regan worsens, creating a harrowing portrait of maternal despair.Jason Miller's conflicted Father Karras is a revelation. His nuanced performance of a man wrestling with his faith adds emotional depth to the film's supernatural elements. Meanwhile, Max von Sydow's Father Merrin is the stoic, wise counterpoint to Karras' inner turmoil. Although Merrin's character is more of a traditional hero, von Sydow brings gravitas and world-weariness to the role, making the final confrontation all the more gripping.Pushing the Boundaries of Special EffectsIn 1973, audiences had never seen anything quite like The Exorcist. The special effects, many of which were practical, broke new ground in horror filmmaking. From Regan's spider-walk down the stairs to the levitation scenes, the film's visual shocks have become legendary. The makeup that transforms Blair's face into something grotesque, the vomit spewing, the rotating head—these effects still hold up today and remain unsettling even in a world where digital effects dominate.But it's not just the visual effects that make The Exorcist so memorable. The sound design plays a crucial role in heightening the terror. The eerie soundscape, from the unnatural voices Regan speaks to, to the house's creaking, creates a sensory overload that gets under your skin. And who could forget Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells? While not initially composed for the film, the track has become synonymous with The Exorcist, its hypnotic rhythm forever tied to the creeping sense of dread the movie invokes.Cultural Impact and ControversyThe release of The Exorcist (1973) sparked widespread debate and controversy. Audiences were reportedly fainting, vomiting, and fleeing theatres in panic due to the intensity of the film. In fact, the film was banned in several countries and faced resistance from religious groups who considered it blasphemous. The stark depiction of exorcism and the visceral horrors it presented hit a nerve with the public. It challenged not just what could be shown on screen but how far filmmakers could push the boundaries of audience tolerance.Despite—or perhaps because of—its controversy, The Exorcist was a massive commercial success. It became the first horror film nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards, ultimately taking home two Oscars for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Sound. More importantly, it shifted the landscape of horror cinema. The film proved that horror could be more than just campy monster flicks or psychological thrillers; it could be raw, visceral, and deeply disturbing. It opened the door for a more sophisticated brand of horror, one that wasn't afraid to tackle profound themes alongside graphic imagery.Enduring LegacyWhat makes The Exorcist (1973) endure over fifty years later is not just its capacity to shock but its ability to ask timeless questions. The film doesn't merely present a battle between good and evil; it challenges viewers to confront their own beliefs about the nature of evil, faith, and redemption. This is why The Exorcist still resonates with audiences today—it forces us to consider the fragility of the human condition and the possibility that something incomprehensible, something truly terrifying, may lurk in the shadows.Moreover, The Exorcist set the bar for future horror films, influencing a generation of filmmakers. Its blend of psychological depth, religious horror, and disturbing imagery can be seen in countless horror classics that followed, from The Omen to Hereditary. The film also left its mark on pop culture, referencing Regan's possession and the infamous exorcism scenes becoming staples in parody, tribute, and analysis.Final ThoughtsThe Exorcist (1973) remains one of the most important and influential films in horror history. Its stellar performances, groundbreaking special effects, and thought-provoking themes make it more than just a scary movie—it's a cinematic experience that forces audiences to confront their deepest fears. Whether you've seen it once or a dozen times, The Exorcist never loses its power to horrify, disturb, and provoke. As a film that redefined the genre and pushed cinematic and cultural boundaries, it stands as a testament to what horror can achieve when it's done right.Please follow the Podcast and join our community at https://linktr.ee/borntowatchpodcasthttps://www.borntowatch.com.au/

On this week's New Flesh podcast, hosts Brett Arnold and Jesse Hassenger catch up on two weeks of horror and industry news as they tackle two new releases: THE EXORCISM starring Russell Crowe, written/directed by Joshua John Miller, son of actor/playwright Jason Miller, who played Father Karras in THE EXORCIST, and UNDER PARIS, which is currently on Netflix and is a couple weeks old. Announcement: The Crow series is coming soon! Before that main event, plenty of horror news, which will be summarized at the bottom of this description. The latest Patreon episode is from a few weeks ago: 4 movies discussed including the new Guy Ritchie, the new Zack Snyder, Challengers and THE FALL GUY! We actually did it! New one coming soon on BAD BOYS 4 and beyond www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-129-new-103989509 Horror news: Friday the 13th TV show breakdown, M3gan spinoff Soulm8te, Robert Pattinson remaking Possession with Parker Finn of Smile, Jordan Peele dates new movie, Smile 2 trailer, Jane Schoenbrun's next project, M. Night Shyamalan's Trap moves up a week, Practical Magic 2, Nosferatu trailer, Blade loses another director, Saw XI update, Will Smith project, The Monkey release date, Mike Flanagan Exorcist dated

This week, Gary Fisher (The Senior Geek) is joining the show to talk about seeing The Exorcist for the very first time. Often cited as "The Scariest Movie ever Made", it's about a young girl named Reagan who is possesed by a demon. Or is she? The doctors don't seem to think so, but her mother knows something is happening, and she looks to Father Karras for help. Starring Ellen Burstyn, Linda Blair, Jason Miller, and Max Von Sydow. Is this movie as scary as it's reputation makes it out to be? Or is it just a long and somewhat boring movie from the 1970s? Let's fine out...Check out Gary's newletter, Diary of a Senior Geek at seniorgeek.substack.comThanks go out to Audie Norman (@TheAudieNorman) for the album art. Outro music In Pursuit provided by Purple-Planet.comSupport the show by going to patreon.com/wyhsVisit tvstravis.com for more shows and projects from TVsTravis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the premiere episode of the fully analog (recorded & constructed) HAUNTOMANCY TAPES series of analog sound magicks kasted into the aether of the modern 'podcasting' current. This series that treats the medium like a Dharmic Vajra and wields heavy art and musings through Hauntomancy, Audiomancy, collaborations, exaltations and vexations.   This initial episode of the analog Hauntomancy (hauntology-of-the-self-audiomancy & magick) cassette cast was constructed with haunted and archaic ways of recording and production. Computers were only used for final sound quality and distribution.   All musick heard was performed live & recorded live to 4 track cassette tape.    The 2023 Videosigil Vigil live Audiomancy (Sound Magick) Dim Sessions tether the piece throughout. If a track is not noted, it is from this very session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfpI72K7dWM&t=2282s BIG NEWS! I HAVENT ANNOUNCED YET (WAITING ON THEM TO ARRIVE...) 2024 will be the YEAR OF THE DIVERGENT MAGICK ANARCHIC GRIMOIRE! A workbook and schema I published to assist in organizing, creating, and deconstructing the rituals, big and small, that make your own personal folklore!: https://a.co/d/e5GKbsP Use the PRAGMAGICK blank journal to help sketch your magicks or use with the DIVERGENT MAGICK grimoire! https://a.co/d/97iCJv8 DRT01: TRACKLISTING (BY TAPE SIDE): SIDE A “Many Named” live 4track demo by Revel Rosz Hauntological Audio Artifact (tape) of the host 20 years ago on NYE in Los Angeles December Dim Session Audiomancy Begins tethering with introductory words by Revel Rosz on tape “The Shadow - The Phantom Voice” compiled from Cassette Release Westlake Station, Seattle field recording by Revel Rosz with “Shadow Work” words recorded to tape Mary McKeever's improvised Cm Harmonica & Piano recorded to tape by Revel Rosz “Faith” ramble by Revel Rosz from a Patreon Only Stream composed in November 2023 “Father Karras” live 4 track demo by Revel Rosz “It Needed Tending Anyway” Poem by Jenny Rocky ∆ Introduction of Little Wind read by Revel Rosz from his “Haunt of the Aspectre” chapter via hauntmanual.com 4/8/23 LPA initiation Spiritbox session clip of Little Wind's name “Hymn To Little Wind” channeled lyric audiomancy session recorded live on 4track SIDE B Barry Admanson “Mr. Eddy's Theme” from the Lost Highway Soundtrack taken from an old cassette mix December Audiomancy Dim Sessions return to tether Side B Culmination of 2023's Shadow work, faith and the Spectre of ‘Travis' words recorded on tape DIVERGENT MAGICK GRIMOIRE intro recorded to tape Clip of “December Dim Session Liminalstream” of Revel Rosz discussing the Divergent Magick Grimoire “Dajjal” live 4 track demo by Revel Rosz “Donuts in the Rain With Erica” Poem by Jenny Rocky ∆ “I'll Be In Heaven Again” Channeled Lyric Audiomancy recorded Live to 4track tape ∆  Poetry recitations by Jenny Rocky, AKA Lily Gilder, with backing tracks by Revel Rosz. See growing document of Lily Gilder recitations at: tinyurl.com/lilygilderrecitations Why, oh, why care about such outmoded technologies? I aim to marry true communion with the thirdmind of neither analog, either/or digital in my audiomantic works, BUT BOTH with intentional and ritualistic means-- free from digital sequencing or using samples of any kind outside my own custom ones made from my somatic creating. I'm not going full Steve Albini as I still believe in the DAW as a magickal tool, but I will be utilizing the digital audio workspace only for distribution, audio cleanup and mixing / mastering -- largely keeping its infinite ease to "create" at bey, as the easing of many of rough and tumble processes of recording and songwriting, let alone audiomancy and podcasting, have fallen victim to indistinguishable and dishonest bores of same-y-ness. Staring at a computer screen to easily non-linear edit a cut-up of stock samples or auto-generating noise all have their place within the umbrella of audiomancy, just not with me! It's easy to make something clean and standard! I believe true audiomancy lies within the somatic experience -- the abandonment of expectation, and the invocation and celebration of human error -- to conjure my personal communion with the self and the other... so... Everything is performed live (aside from my haunted 70's analog rhythm machine, Herbert, and custom programming played from a Korg Drum Machine) - each sonick #musick #soundsigil is #improvised utilizing only #glossolalia to channel "words" where there were never any! Warts and all! HAUNT ON TO A HAPPY NEW YEAR, Revl∴ Keats Rosz 1/1/2004-1/1/2023

Prepare to navigate the chilling world of The Exorcist, a horror classic that has terrified audiences for decades. Your host, Travis Dudding, promises to guide you through the layers of this eerie tale, from ancient demonic figures to the complexities of personal battles. Brace yourself for an exploration of faith, fear, and family relationships that will leave you on the edge of your seat. As we step into the shoes of Father Lancaster Merrin, we unearth the roots of the evil that torments the MacNeil family. We unravel the harrowing indicators of Regan's possession and the chilling evidence that leads to the doctors suggesting an exorcism. Not only do we dissect the horrifying scenes with precision, but we also shed light on the characters' struggles, raising thought-provoking questions about mental health and the human capacity to endure hardship. Our journey culminates with the unforgettable climactic exorcism scene, where we stand shoulder to shoulder with Father Merrin and Father Karras. Tensions rise and the air thickens as we experience the desperate plea that could alter Regan's fate forever. As we wrap this thrilling episode, we reflect on the profound impact of 'The Exorcist' on the horror genre. Join us on this unsettling deep-dive into the darkness, and let's confront the demons of this cinematic masterpiece together.Own The Exorcist today! If you'd like to own your own copy for when this film isn't streaming, look no further!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPlease subscribe, rate, and review! Thank you for listening! Hope you enjoy!Website: https://moviestheyreprettygood.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/moviestheyreprettygoodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087938154530Twitter: https://twitter.com/moviesgoodpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8iGT7riyJ_K2DFLwfbTemg

Episode 369: The Crew's playing with oversized shears while watching William Peter Blatty's The Exorcist III. After Blatty wrote and produced the original film, he decided to direct this sequel, which is an adaptation of his novel, Legion. George C. Scott takes over the Kinderman role from Lee J. Cobb. And Jason Miller returns as Father Karras. The Crew discusses. If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com

December 26, 1973. A demon takes over young Regan and won't let her go. It's up to Father Karras and Father Merrin to save the little girl whatever means necessary. Considered one of the scariest movies ever made but Does it Hold Up? It's a good day for a podcast. Starring: Jason Miller. Ellen Burstyn, Max Von Sydow, and Linda Blair. Directed by William Friedkin Rated R Thanks for listening. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doesitholdu... Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@does_it_hold_up Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doesitholdup13/ Subscribe to our YouTube for new movie revies and weekly entertainment news: https://www.youtube.com/@DIHUpodcast  

Spooky Season has arrived!  And what better way to kick it off than to celebrate what many consider to be "The Scariest Movie Ever!" which would be this supernatural psychological thriller first released fifty years ago this coming December.  It was directed by the legendary, recently passed William Friedkin partnering with celebrated author William Peter Blatty adapting his very own best-selling novel of the same name.  The story mainly focuses on a mother and a daughter - successful actress Chris MacNeil (Ellen Burstyn) temporarily living in Washington, DC to film a movie and tending to her precocious 12-year old daughter Regan played by Linda Blair.  Sadly and frighteningly, Regan's behavior starts to become more erratic and increasingly violent...she seems dare-I-say POSSESSED. :o Eventually joining the story are two men of the cloth who have been tasked with rescuing Regan from this evil demon - they are Father Karras played by Jason Miller and Father Merrin, the titular exorcist played by Max Von Sydow.  The film would go on to be a instant box office smash along with garnering ten Oscar nominations that year, including for Best Picture and Best Director.  Bust out your holy water and crucifix, it's EXORCISM TIME!Host & Editor: Geoff GershonProducer: Marlene Gershon https://livingforthecinema.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Living-for-the-Cinema-Podcast-101167838847578Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/livingforthecinema/Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/Living4Cinema/

Father Karras has no time to watch movies with detectives. He's too busy training like Rocky Balboa to punch a demon straight back to hell. In this 70's classic, all the steps are doozies.

In this episode of Chick Flicks, Bridget and McKenzie discuss the 1973 film The Exorcist. Is this movie an advertisement for Catholicism? Father Karras, aka the original Hot Priest, would indicate yes! Listen in to hear what lessons contemporary horror movies can learn from this classic that has practical effects, grounded characters, and the most upsetting shot of snot ever. Follow Chick Flicks @chickflickspod on Instagram and Twitter and email us at chickflickspodcast@gmail.com.

What if, after you died, a close friend of yours made a bust commemorating you, spending years trying to make the piece of art capture your very essence? What if some of your ashes were put into said statue, which was then displayed in a prominent public area? Might you haunt that statue? Well, that's what happened to Jason Miller, Scranton native and the actor who played Father Karras in *The Exorcist*. And Scranton residents have claimed that things have gotten weird. That's just one of the many strange stories I explore in this episode about some of the most interesting haunted sites in Scranton, PA. Highlights include: - A grand masonic temple with many ghost stories - A haunted trolley car (!!) - A gruesome murder P.S. This episode has nothing to do with Scranton's lost Luna Park, but I covered the park earlier in the series and I wanted to draw its old gate so here you go anyway. Sign up for my newsletter pls: https://www.buriedsecretspodcast.com/newsletter/

For episode 127, we welcomed actress, stuntwoman, and author, Eileen Dietz to the show! Eileen portrayed all of the iconic scenes from the film, The Exorcist, to include the pea soup vomit, levitation, abuse with the cross, and fight with Father Karras. Eileen has also starred on The Guiding Light and General Hospital, as well as work on Creepshow 2 and Halloween 2 (Rob Zombie). She is also author of the book, Exorcising My Demons: An Actress' Journey To THE EXORCIST And Beyond, and an avid rodeo barrel racer. This is part of our Halloween 2022 Guest Series.  In our discussion, we covered the legacy of The Exorcist, working with Linda Blair and director William Friedkin, the makeup and filming of the "Pazuzu" scene, her love of becoming a monster hidden behind prosthetics and makeup, her love of nature and being outdoors, how she got into barrel racing, how she maintains her prolific work ethic, and much more! Spear Talk is sponsored by Nice F*cking Candles. Use code SpearTalk15 for 15% off your order today! https://www.nicecandles.co/ #Eileendietz #theexorcist #horrorstories  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our conclusion of our discussion of, "The Exorcist" shit gets REAL! P'Tricia admits her sexual feelings for Father Karras in his gray sweatpants and Brandon tells us why he's been waking up screaming in the middle of the night. Stay tuned for the end as we talk about real life exorcisms and get insight from a real life priest. All this and more on The Way Back Recap! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thewaybackrecap/support

Our second annual Year In Review special brings you all the sketches we have done in 2021 for the Simplistic Reviews Podcast. Julie is your guide as we reminisce about spoofing everything from Network, to Top Gun, to GI Joe, to The Fugitive and back again.  Matthew Stewart as Bugs Bunny, Judge Redd, Scared Godzilla Tech, INTERPOL Agent Mitchell, GI PSA Kid 1, Goose, Police Officer, MacReady, Deadly Rabbi, Cosmo DJ Valentine as Mickey Mouse, Whispering Disney Assistant, Court Bailiff Mr. Wexler, Louis Skolnick, Hans Gruber, Johnny Cage, Raiden, Skeletor, Beast Man, Confident Godzilla Tech, Captain Holt, Admiral Brand, Commissioner Gordon, Father Karras, Beelzebub, Roadblock, Beach Head, GI Joe PSA Kid 2, Stinger, Fake Kenny Loggins, Tim Robbins, Dalton, Old Walmart Greeter, Grumpy Walmart Greeter, Roger Murtaugh, Judge Dredd, Fox Mulder, Al Powell, Jigsaw, Jigsaw Victim 1, Jigsaw Victim 2, Old Ghost, Palmer, Traveler, Pinhead, Norman Bates' Mother, Walter, Fake Bob Seger, Nosy Neighbor, State Trooper, The Watcher, Alan, Avengers Action Figures Narrator, Avengers Action Figures Kid 2, Samuel Gerard, Hermey The Misfit Elf, Frosty The Snowman Justin Polizzi as Bob Iger, Scarface, Commander Ford, Batman, Indiana Jones, Father Merrin, Maverick, John McClane, US Marshal Jay Cluitt as Doctor Hawkins, Marcus Brody, Viper, Petty Jigsaw Narrator, Gary, Youtube Police Officer, Ebenezer Scrooge Freddy Maas as GI Joe PSA Father, Iceman, Walmart Manager, Mr. Olsson, Jigsaw Victim 4, Windows, Henry, Avengers Action Figures Kid 1, Kris Kringle's Lawyer Greg Cafaro as Jester, Robocop, Childs, Chevy War Rig Narrator, Kris Kringle Heather Baxendale-Walsh as Female Walmart Greeter, Walter's Wife, Alan's Wife, Judge Walter Vinci as Martin Riggs, Nauls, Josh, Fa-la-la-la Fugitive Narrator Jeanette Ward as De-Escalation Course Instructor Mark Hofmeyer as Jigsaw Victim 3 Steven C. Phillips as Cobra Commander

 In a world, where the midnight train podcast is at the top of the podcast game, one thing has the power to destroy everything they have worked for. This week their world will come crumbling down as everything they've achieved will be tested and possibly destroyed due to the madness that is (dun dun duuuuuuuunnnnn) cursed Movies!!! Tonight on the midnight train we are combining two of our favorite things…. This podcast and lots and lots of beer…YEAH! Oh wait, we do that every week… Oh, that's right, it's this podcast and….moooovies!! But… In true midnight train fashion, we can't just talk about movies…. We're gonna talk about cursed movies!!! That's right we are going to look at movies that for one reason or another have led to tragedy during and after the movies were made! Everything is on the table from health issues like cancer, accidental deaths while filming, people going crazy after filming, and just about everything else you can think of. Should be a fun and creepy ride discussing all these movies with you passengers and, in case you're wondering, yes we're still going to have a movies list at the end.    Ok so let's get into this and see what we have as far as cursed movies!   We're gonna start it with a big one since we just covered the subject matter of the film! The first cursed movie on our list is the exorcist. The filming of THE EXORCIST was done over nine months. The main set, a reproduction of the Georgetown home, was built in a warehouse in New York. During the filming, several curious incidents and accidents took place on the set and plagued those involved with the production. In addition, the budget of the film rose from $5 million to more than twice that amount. Obviously, any film production that lasts for more than a month or so will see its share of accidents and mishaps, but THE EXORCIST seems to have been particularly affected by unforeseeable calamities. Coincidence? Perhaps, but it left the cast and crew rightfully shaken.    The first incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. one Sunday morning when a fire broke out on the set. There was only one security guard at the Ceco 54th Street Studios when the McNeil house set caught fire and burned. The fire was the result of a bad electrical circuit, but it shut down filming for six weeks while the set was reconstructed from scratch. Ironically, as soon as the new set was ready, the sprinkler system broke down, causing an additional two-week delay.    Few of the actors in the film escaped personal troubles during the shoot. Just as Max Von Sydow (who played Father Merrin) touched down in New York to film his first scenes, he received a phone call saying that his brother died unexpectedly in Sweden. Von Sydow himself later became very ill during the filming. Irish actor Jack MacGowran (who played Burke Dennings) died only one week after his character was killed by the demon in the movie. Jason Miller (who played Father Karras) was stunned when his young son, Jordan, was struck down on an empty beach by a motorcyclist who appeared out of nowhere. The boy ALMOST died. THAT'S GOOD NEWS! Ellen Burstyn (who played Chris McNeill) wrenched her back badly during one scene when she was slapped by the possessed girl. The stunt went badly awry and she was laid up in bed for several weeks afterward, causing more delays in the filming. They had a rig attached to her where a guy offscreen would pull a rope that was tied to her to get that “smacked hard as shit and launched across the room” look the director wanted. Apparently, the director didn't like the first take or two and told the guy with the rope to yoke the living piss out of her. He got his shot. She screwed up her back.    In New York, one of the carpenters accidentally cut off his thumb on the set and one of the lighting technicians lost a toe. This was all over the news at the time due to the mixup at the hospital where they put the wrong appendages on the wrong patients. Yep, they switched the toe for the thumb. And if you believed that, well… I'm not sorry even a little bit. Anyway, The exorcist's location trip to Iraq was delayed from the spring, which is relatively cool, to July, the hottest part of the summer, when the temperature rose to 130 degrees and higher. Out of the eighteen-man crew that was sent there, Friedkin lost the services of nine of them, at one time or another, due to dysentery (which is super shitty) or sunstroke. To make matters worse, the bronze statue of the neo-Assyrian winged demon Pazazu, which was packed in a ten-foot crate, got lost in an air shipment from Los Angeles and ended up in Hong Kong, which caused another two-week delay.    "I don't know if it was a jinx, really," actress Ellen Burstyn later said. "But there were some really strange goings-on during the making of the film. We were dealing with some really heavy material and you don't fool around with that kind of material without it manifesting in some way. There were many deaths in the film. Linda's grandfather died, the assistant cameraman's wife had a baby that died, the man who refrigerated the set died, the janitor who took care of the building was shot and killed … I think overall there were nine deaths during the course of the film, which is an incredible amount… it was scary." Unholy shit, batman!   Things got so bad that William Friedkin took some drastic measures. Father Thomas Bermingham, S.J., from the Jesuit community at Fordham University, had been hired as a technical advisor for the film, along with Father John Nicola, who, while not a Jesuit, had been taught by Jesuit theologians at St. Mary of the Lake Seminary in Mundelein, Illinois. Friedkin came to Bermingham and asked him to exorcise the set. The priest was unable to perform an actual exorcism, but he did give a solemn blessing in a ceremony that was attended by everyone then on the set, from Max Von Sydow to the technicians and grips. "Nothing else happened on the set after the blessing,” Bermingham stated, "but around that time, there was a fire in the Jesuit residence set in Georgetown." And while nothing else tragic occurred on the set, strange events and odd coincidences were reported during the post-production work on the film. "There were strange images and visions that showed up on film that were never planned," Friedkin later claimed. "There are double exposures in the little girl's face at the end of one reel that are unbelievable."   As we talked about in previous episodes, The film opened on December 26, 1973, to massive crowds. Within weeks of the first public screenings of the film, stories started to make the rounds that audience members were fainting and vomiting in the theaters. There were also reports of disturbing nightmares and reportedly, several theater ushers had to be placed under a doctor's care, or quit their jobs, after experiencing successive showings of the movie. In numerous cities that were checked after THE EXORCIST had run for several weeks, reporters found that every major hospital had been forced to deal with patients who reported, after seeing the film, severe cases of vomiting and hallucinations. There were also reports of people being carried out of theaters in stretchers. What do you think, passengers? Mere publicity stunts, or was this the real thing?    The info for this cursed movie came from a great article on americanhauntingsink.com check them out!   Next up we're gonna dive into a sweet little movie about a tree, a child's toy, and REAL SKELETONS IN THE SWIMMING POOL! Yep, you guessed it, poltergeist! The curse of Poltergeist spawned many theories about why the movie and its sequels were cursed with so much tragedy, with one suggesting the use of real-life human bones in the original film caused the hauntings.   Actress JoBeth Williams - who played the mother, Diane Freeling - is seen dropping into a pool of skeletons in one spooky scene and she later reveals the bones were real. She told TVLand: "In my innocence and naiveté, I assumed that these were not real skeletons.   "I assumed that they were prop skeletons made out of plastic or rubber . . . I found out, as did the crew, that they were using real skeletons, because it's far too expensive to make fake skeletons out of rubber."   Just four months after the film's release, tragedy struck with actress Dominique Dunne, who played the family's eldest daughter Dana, who became the victim of a grisly murder. On the day before Halloween in 1982, the actress, 22, was strangled by her ex-boyfriend John Thomas Sweeney outside their home in West Hollywood. She survived the attack but was left in a coma. She never regained consciousness and died five days later. Sweeney was later convicted of voluntary manslaughter and spent three and half years of a six-year sentence behind bars for the killing. He changed his name to John Maura so if you want to let him know what a twat he is, I mean… we can't stop you.   In the years after the film's release movie bosses plowed ahead with plans for a sequel and Poltergeist II: The Other Side hit cinemas in 1986. Among the cast was Will Sampson, best known for playing Chief Bromden in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest opposite Jack Nicholson. The actor - cast as shaman Taylor in the movie - was concerned about the use of real skeletons in the first film and offered to perform a real-life exorcism. He's believed to have conducted the ceremony alone and in the middle of the night, but the cast reportedly felt relieved afterward. However, less than a year after the film's release - the curse had claimed another victim. Sampson had long-term health problems as he suffered from a degenerative condition called scleroderma, which affected his heart and lungs. He underwent a heart and lung transplant in the summer of 1987 but died of post-operative kidney failure on June 3.    Ok, this one is sad and you've probably heard of it. The most famous victim of the Poltergeist curse was Heather O'Rourke. She appeared as Carol Anne in the first two films as well as the third installment, Poltergeist III, which hit cinemas in 1988. She died just four months before the movie's release at only 12 years of age. In January 1988, Heather fell ill with what appeared to be flu-like symptoms. She collapsed at home the following day and was rushed to the hospital. She suffered a cardiac arrest but doctors were able to revive her and they diagnosed her with intestinal stenosis - a partial obstruction of the intestine. She underwent surgery, but went into cardiac arrest again in recovery and doctors were unable to save her. She passed away in February 1988, just weeks after her 12th birthday, and it was later reported she died from congenital stenosis and septic shock. Absolutely heartbreaking.   Character actor Lou Perryman became the second cast member to fall victim to murder. He played Pugsley in the original movie and suffered a brutal end in 1992 when he was hacked to death with an ax aged 67. A convict recently released from prison, Seth Christopher Tatum, confessed he had killed Perryman at his home after coming off his medication and going on a drinking binge. Tatum pleaded guilty to his murder in 2011 and was sentenced to life in prison.   Actor Richard Lawson played one of the parapsychologists, Ryan, in the original film (not the guy who ate the chicken with the maggots… you're welcome) and he came close to becoming another victim of the curse in 1992. He was involved in a terrifying plane crash in 1992 when the USAir Flight 405 crashed into New York City's Flushing Bay on route to guess where? Cleveland friggin Ohio. The crash claimed the lives of 27 of the 51 passengers, but Lawson was among the survivors. He put his lucky escape down to a last-minute seat change that saved his life. Lawson went on to be part of showbiz royalty when he married Beyonce's mother, Tina Knowles in 2015.   Info for this movie was taken from mirror.co.uk.    Next up how about… Hmm…. Oh, I know… The omen! The 2976 version of course. Obviously, Moody is a time traveler and saw the upcoming remake, 955 friggin years in the future! No! It was 1976! Of all the world's cursed film productions, The Omen is considered to have one of the worst movie curses of all time. The 1976 film tells the story of a man who accidentally adopts Damien the Antichrist as his son and the movie remains one of horror's most successful franchises. But what was so odious about the set that led producers to believe the devil was punishing them for making the movie? Is The Omen really cursed? The Omen film set haunting includes death, injury, and lots of lightning bolts: after all, the creator himself warned the cast and crew that Satan wasn't going to like what they were doing. Here's what happened behind the scenes of The Omen movie and why, despite its several sequels and a 2006 remake, it remains one of history's movies that indeed may have angered Satan himself!   In June 1975, Gregory Peck's son, Jonathan Peck, killed himself with a bullet to the head, two months before filming was to start. Several strange events then surrounded the production.   For protection on the set of "The Omen," Bernhard wore a Coptic cross. In an interview, Bernhard spoke about the production's eerie events, which included the death of an animal trainer.   Precisely one day after they shot the sequence involving the baboons at the animal center, Bernhard said that a tiger seized the animal trainer by the head, causing his death immediately. Whhhaat the fuuuuuck?   One of the most haunting stories surrounding The Omen didn't happen during the shoot, but during the production of the World War II epic A Bridge Too Far. John Richardson, who did special effects on The Omen, was involved in a head-on collision that beheaded his girlfriend, eerily mirroring the decapitation scene with David Warner. Supposedly, after the crash, Richardson saw a street sign that said, "Ommen, 66.6 km." This accident occurred after The Omen had wrapped production, but many of course linked it to the evil aura of the film.   Several planes were also set ablaze, including the plane carrying Peck and screenwriter David Seltzer. Meanwhile, Bernhard said they had to land in Nova Scotia after flying back from England. He added:   "We had the film on board... Dick [Donner] and I were very, very nervous." IRA bombs ripped through a hotel, in which executive producer Mace Neufeld and his wife stayed, and another in which prominent executives and stars, including Peck, were to have dinner.   Once word got back to Fox about all the terrible incidents that plagued production, the studio saw it as a great way to drum up a ton of publicity and add to the film's ominous aura. They also put a great tagline into the film's ad campaign:                        You have been warned. If something frightening happens to you today, think about it. It may be The Omen.   As Donner recalled in The Omen: Curse or Coincidence, "If we had been making a comedy, you would have recalled all the funny, great, ridiculous, silly moments that happened in that film. if you were doing a love story, you'd remember all the times somebody left their wife, fell in love... You're doing The Omen, anything that happens on that film, you don't tell about the jokes, you don't talk about the love stories, you don't even think about them. You think about things that coincidentally could have been something to do with The Omen. We had lots of them."   Creepy stuff right there my friends.   Next up we have one of my personal all-time favorites, the crow! The Crow began filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, in 1993. Cursed Films revealed that before production got underway, a mysterious caller left a voicemail message warning the crew not to shoot the movie because bad things would happen. Eerily, two on-set electricians were involved in an accident in which their truck hit a live wire. One of the men experienced second and third-degree burns and lost both ears.   Disaster also struck the entire production when a hurricane destroyed the movie set. That is when the “curse of The Crow” rumors began circulating in Hollywood. The star of The Crow, Brandon Lee, was the son of martial arts legend, Bruce Lee. The elder Lee died during the production of his final film. Some fans speculated that the Chinese mafia had placed a hit on the actor for betraying martial arts secrets. Others suspected that he had been struck by an insidious death blow at an earlier time.   The most popular theory about The Dragon's death is that he was a victim of the Lee Family Curse. His older brother had died, and Lee's parents believed there was a demon targeting the males in the Lee family.   Like his father, Brandon Lee died before he finished filming The Crow. In a fluke accident, the performer was shot while completing an action sequence, as described in Cursed Films. The crew used what are called ‘dummy rounds,' for the scene, but there was something in the barrel of the gun that acted as a lethal projectile, killing Lee.    To complete the final photography for The Crow, the man who had been working as Lee's stunt double wore a mask in his image.   Crazy stuff!   How about some of our patented quick hitters!    The Conqueror" is a whitewashed 1956 film with John Wayne as Genghis Khan. The film was shot at a location downwind from a nuclear testing site, causing dozens of crew members to eventually die of cancer. so maybe not so much a curse as a poor choice of locations.   Apocalypse Now"   The horror! Francis Ford Coppola was tempting fate when he decided to film "Apocalypse Now" during monsoon season. Big mistake. The monsoon destroyed multiple sets, Martin Sheen suffered a heart attack during filming, and Coppola was so stressed that he suffered a seizure, according to The Independent. "Apocalypse Now" (1979) turned out to be a masterpiece anyway, but the documentary "Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse" about its making is just as engrossing.    "Fitzcarraldo"    Dysentery. Injuries. Fights among the crew. Nothing seemed to go right during the filming of 1982's "Fitzcarraldo." The story concerns hauling a boat over a hill, which the crew literally accomplished, but not without the same nightmarish difficulty as is depicted in the film. And in the end, director Werner Herzog looked as mad and overly driven as its hero. Check out the documentary "Burden of Dreams" for more.   The Superman Curse    Comic book movie fans may know about the "Superman Curse," which is said to afflict multiple actors involved in Superman films. Christopher Reeve was paralyzed following a horse accident. And Margot Kidder, who played Lois opposite Reeve, suffered from bipolar disorder, according to TCM. Also, the original Superman, George Reeves, supposedly committed suicide. His death at age 45 from a gunshot remains a controversial subject; the official finding was suicide, but some believe that he was murdered or the victim of an accidental shooting.   "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers"    Bad luck ran amok in Middle Earth during the filming of 2002's "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers." DVD interviews revealed that multiple actors and stuntmen suffered injuries while shooting the film's elaborate fight sequences. The worst was Viggo Mortensen, who broke his toe and chipped his tooth while filming.   The Exorcism of Emily rose   Dexter star Jennifer Carpenter reported that during the making of The Exorcism of Emily Rose — in which she played a big-screen version of German woman Anneliese Michel, whose poor health and subsequent death was blamed on a failed exorcism — her radio would mysteriously turn on and off. From an interview with Dread Central:   Q: A common question when making a film like this; did anything weird happen during filming?   JC: I thought about that when it happened, and two or three times when I was going to sleep my radio came on by itself. The only time it scared me was once because it was really loud and it was Pearl Jam's “Alive” (laughs). Laura's TV came on a couple of times.   Q: At 3:00 a.m.?   JC: Mine wasn't 3:00 a.m. I was born at 3:00 a.m. but it hasn't happened to me. I did check.   We'll totally do an episode on Analiese one of these days   Psycho Myra Jones (aka Myra Davis) was the uncredited body double/stand-in for Psycho star Janet Leigh during the making of Hitchcock's 1960 film. A handyman named Kenneth Dean Hunt, who was supposedly a Hitchcock “obsessive,” murdered her.   The Conjuring   Real-life ghost hunters Ed and Lorraine Warren, who aided the real-life Amityville Horror case, investigated the haunting of the Perron family home — a farmhouse plagued by generations of death, disaster, and a possessed doll. The case inspired James Wan's supernatural film, which left some audiences in the Philippines with such a fright there were priests available at screenings to bless viewers and provide counseling. On and off-set paranormal incidents — including strange claw marks on star Vera Farmiga's computer, Wan's tormented dog growling at invisible intruders, a strange wind (that apparently put Carolyn Perron in the hospital), and fire — were reported.   The Innkeepers   Filmed at the reportedly haunted hotel the Yankee Pedlar Inn in Torrington, Connecticut, The Innkeepers director Ti West was skeptical about the strange occurrences during the making of his movie. Still, creepy stories from the set became the focus in the press. From an interview with West:   I'm a skeptic so I don't really buy it. But I've definitely seen doors close by themselves; I've seen a TV turn off and on by itself; lights would always burn out in my room. Everyone on the crew has very vivid dreams every night, which is really strange.   The one story that is the most intriguing to me — In the film, the most haunted room is the Honeymoon Suite. That's where the ghost stuff started in the hotel. The only reason I picked the room that I picked to shoot in, was because it was big enough to do a dolly shot. No more thought went into it other than pure technical reasons. So when we're finishing the movie, I find out that the most haunted room in real life is the room I picked to be the haunted room in the movie. It could be a coincidence. It's weird that it happened that way. . . . [Star] Sara Paxton would wake up in the middle of the night thinking someone was in the room with her. Everyone has stories, but I was too busy saying, “Let's shoot this! We have 17 days!   Atuk"    "Atuk" is a movie so cursed that it never got made. The project, based on a 1963 Mordecai Richler novel about an Eskimo in New York, had four different men attached to play the lead while in development hell through the 1970s and '80s: John Belushi, Sam Kinison, John Candy, and Chris Farley. All four died shortly after entering negotiations to be in the film. Holy shit!    Ok how about twilight zone the movie. The 1983 film 'Twilight Zone: The Movie' directed by John Landis and Steven Spielberg gained publicity pre-release because of the deaths of lead actor Vic Morrow and two child extras during the filming of the helicopter crash scene. The children were illegally hired to play the role in this scene, as Landis would go on to reveal in the subsequent trial. It was also prohibited to make children work after a certain hour in the evening. However, Landis insisted that the scene would have to entail a late-night setting to seem more authentic. This was the last scene in the film. It also included explosions as a helicopter flew over the village while Morrow would run across the street to save the Vietnamese children from the explosion. Testing for the scene sparked concerns when the helicopter seemed to vigorously rock at the explosion but despite this, Landis' need to capture the explosion took priority. He reportedly said, "You think that was big? You ain't seen nothing yet." At the controls of this helicopter was a Vietnam War veteran named Dorcey Wingo, who had just joined the movie business. When the cameras began filming, the pyrotechnic fireball that had been fired as part of the explosion hit the helicopter, engulfing it in flames. The helicopter then crashed into the river where the actors were standing — Morrow, 6-year-old Renee Chen, and 7-year-old Myca Dinh Le. Almost a hundred people were present when the tragedy occurred. The helicopter skidded right onto Renee, crushing her to death and when it toppled over, the main blade sliced through Morrow and Myca.   Rosemary's baby is next up on the list. Over the years, the myth surrounding Roman Polanski's 1968 film Rosemary's Baby has only grown in stature. The film is based on the 1967 novel of the same name by American novelist Ira Levin. He came up with the idea for the book in 1965, drawing inspiration from his wife who was pregnant at the time, his New York apartment, and the anxiety of being a parent.   The struggling writer imagined a world where there was no God and the devil was allowed to reign freely. This is evident in the iconic ending where Rosemary finds out that her husband sold her womb to Satan and that her child is the Antichrist. Levin was catapulted into the highest echelons of the literary world due to the success of his novel and a year later, a European auteur who was looking for his own Hollywood break decided to direct the film adaptation of his novel.   However, not everyone was pleased with Levin's attacks on religion. He faced severe backlash from the Catholic Church for his “blasphemy” and his wife left him the year the film was released. He was never the same man again, growing increasingly paranoid over the years. Levin repeatedly had to make public statements denouncing Satanism and told Dick Cavett that he had become “terrified” as he grew older. 30 years after the release of the film, Levin came up with a sequel titled Son of Rosemary but it tanked.   William Castle was the man who first recognized the potential of Levin's work and secured the rights to make a film adaptation. Best known for his work on B-grade horror films, Castle wanted to direct it initially but Paramount Pictures executive Robert Evans agreed to go ahead with the project only if Castle worked as a producer. In April of 1969, Castle was hospitalized because of severe kidney stones. He was already under a lot of stress due to the sheer volume of hate mail he received, a terrible consequence of being attached to Rosemary's Baby. In his autobiography, he claimed that he began to hallucinate scenes from the film during his surgery and even shouted, “Rosemary, for God's sake drop that knife!” Although Castle recovered, he never reached that level of success again.   Producer Robert Evans was not exempt from this alleged curse either. He had risen to the top with major hits like Rosemary's Baby and The Godfather. However, he was convicted of cocaine trafficking in 1980 and got a suspended prison sentence. As a part of his plea bargain, Evans had to make an anti-drug commercial. Three years later, the producer would get caught up in the high-profile murder of Roy Radin which has come to be known as the “Cotton Club murder”. Despite two witnesses testifying that Evans was involved in the case, he was later cleared of the charges. In 1993, he told The New York Times, “I had 10 years of a horrific life, Kafkaesque. There were nights I cried myself to sleep.”   This is arguably the most renowned story that is related to Rosemary's Baby. In autumn of 1968, composer Krzysztof Komeda, who worked on the film, fell off a rocky escarpment while partying and went into a four-month coma. Coincidentally, this affliction is exactly what the witches in Levin's book subject Rosemary's suspicious friend to. Komeda never came out of the coma and died in Poland the following year.   John Lennon was assassinated outside The Dakota in 1980, the famous building where they filmed Rosemary's Baby. Producer Robert Evans claimed that the whole time he was on set at the apartment building he felt a “distinctly eerie feeling”. Lennon was gunned down by alleged “fan” Mark David Chapman who was influenced by Salinger's novel The Catcher in the Rye and the loneliness of protagonist Holden Caulfield. However, the fleeting association with the film has led fans of the film to link Lennon's assassination with the “curse” of the film. It can be said that the primary reason why the myth of the curse came about was the brutal murder of Polanski's wife, actress Sharon Tate. Polanski even wanted to cast Tate as Rosemary but Evans was adamant about Mia Farrow's involvement. A year after the film's release, Tate and her friends were stabbed to death by followers of cult leader Charles Manson. Tate was eight-and-a-half months pregnant at the time of her demise. The members of the Manson Family delivered around 100 stab wounds to the four victims and wrote “Helter Skelter” on the wall in blood.   After his wife and unborn son were killed, Polanski indulged in substance abuse to cope with things but he ended up exemplifying human depravity. While guest editing the French edition of Vogue in 1977, the director preyed upon a 13-year old girl and persuaded her to participate in multiple photoshoots. During the second shoot at Jack Nicholson's house, he incapacitated the minor with champagne and half a Quaalude before sexually violating her multiple times.   Although he was arrested for the felony and spent 42 days in jail, Polanski became a fugitive and fled to France to avoid facing charges. Since then, he has lived the life of a criminal and has avoided traveling to countries where he can be extradited back to the US.   Ok, let's round things out with the wizard of oz. Despite its commercial success, The Wizard of Oz is seen by some as cursed. There were so many serious accidents onset that those Oscar-nominated special effects almost cost cast members their lives, from the two actors playing winged monkeys crashing to the ground when the wires that hoisted them up in the air broke, to the Wicked Witch of the West's stunt double Betty Danko injuring her left leg when the broomstick exploded.   Buddy Ebsen was originally cast in the role of the Tin Woodman, a.k.a. the Tin Man, but he was essentially poisoned by the makeup, which was made of pure aluminum dust. Nine days after filming started he was hospitalized, sitting under an oxygen tent. When he was not getting better fast enough, the filmmakers hired Jack Haley to be the Tin Man instead. This time, instead of applying the aluminum powder, the makeup artists mixed it into a paste and painted it on him. He did develop an infection in his right eye that needed medical attention, but it ended up being treatable.   Margaret Hamilton — who played the Wicked Witch of the West and was the one tipped who Harmetz off to the turmoil on set more than three decades later for her 1977 book — got burns, and the makeup artists had to rush to remove her copper makeup so that it wouldn't seep through her wounds and become toxic. Unlike Ebsen, she didn't get fired because they could live without her on the set for several more weeks.   An actor playing one of the Wicked Witch of the West's soldiers accidentally jumped on top of Dorothy's Toto, Carl Spitz, the dog trainer on set, told Harmetz. The dog (a female Cairn terrier named Terry) sprained its foot, and Spitz had to get a canine double. Terry did recover and returned to the set a few weeks later.   In a memoir by Judy Garland's third husband, Sid Luft, published posthumously in 2017, he writes that, after bar-hopping in Culver City, the actors who played the munchkins “would make Judy's life miserable by putting their hands under her dress.” Harmetz says it's true that the actors would go drinking near the Culver City hotel where they stayed, but she says their interactions with Garland did not rise to the level of what Luft described. “Nobody on the movie ever saw her or heard of a munchkin assaulting her,” said one worker on the film. Garland did say the drinking was annoying in an interview with talk-show host Jack Paar, but experts on Garland's life say that her rant about being scarred by the rowdy behavior on set may have been a deflection from the real damage she suffered during that time, at the hands of the studio. Garland was only 16 when she made The Wizard of Oz, and her struggles with depression and disordered eating started at an early age and continued for the rest of her life. She claimed that the studio executives gave her uppers and sleeping pills so she could keep up with the demanding pace of show business. She struggled with drug addiction and attempted suicide several times before she died of an accidental overdose on June 22, 1969, at just 47 years old.   The film went through four different producers by the time it was through.   Richard Thorpe, the first director, insisted that Judy Garland wear a blonde wig and thick makeup to depict Dorothy. When Buddy Epsen got sick from his Tin Man makeup and filming shut down for two weeks, the studio fired Thorpe and replaced him with George Cukor of My Fair Lady fame. Cukor encouraged Garland to wear natural makeup and play Dorothy less cartoonish and more natural. Cukor later left the film to work on Gone with the Wind instead and Viktor Fleming took his place. However, Cukor came back a few weeks later after getting fired from Gone With the Wind by Clark Gable (supposedly he was fired when Gable found out he was homosexual).   Director King Vidor was responsible for most of the sepia sequences and also helped Mervyn LeRoy with editing in post-production.   Not only did the public think former kindergarten teacher Margaret Hamilton was really evil following the first airing of The Wizard of Oz — she also suffered physically for the role. Hamilton received second and third-degree burns all over her body when the green copper makeup she was wearing got too hot during the fire scene. Her stunt double spent months in the hospital after a prop broom exploded — they were using a double because Hamilton got injured on an earlier take.   Stage makeup and prosthetics in 1939 were nowhere near what they are today. Ray Bolger's Scarecrow makeup left deeply embedded marks in his skin that didn't disappear for more than a year after the movie wrapped up filming. Luckily, this would never happen today.   How bout that hanging munchkin… Well, sorry folks. That seems to be fake. In a scene where Dorothy, the Scarecrow (Ray Bolger), and the Tin Man (Jack Haley) are skipping down the Yellow Brick Road, singing “we're off to see the wizard, the wonderful Wizard of Oz,” some think the dark, moving figure hanging from a tree in the background is an actor who hanged himself on set. More likely, it's one of the exotic birds that the filmmakers borrowed from the Los Angeles Zoo to create a wilderness setting. The rumor has been circulating since around 1989, the time of the 50th anniversary of the film's release. Alright, there you have it… Cursed movies!!!  Obscure 90s horror movies you need to see   https://www.ranker.com/list/obscure-1990s-horror-movies/christopher-myers

Caitlin is joined by Exorcist mega-fan Alyssa to talk about about the iconic film. Themes, production, reception, the novel, the "true story," trivia - we cover it all! Alyssa also wanted me to note her favorite Exorcist fact that we forgot to mention on the show: Evangelist Billy Graham claimed an actual demon was living in the celluoid reels of this movie. Pazuzu is powerful in all forms, even (especially?) film reel! Enjoy our Regan/Pazuzu impressions, which are too vulgar to write here.

Tuesday seems like an excellent day for an Exorcism. Join Meg & Kris as they jump into the 1973 classic, THE EXORCIST, as one might jump out a window and down a massively long flight of stairs. Get ready for chills, thrills, cartoonishly foul language, and weigh in on whether or not Father Karras is hot (there IS a right answer!). Give it a listen - THE POWER OF CHRIST COMPELS YOU! Note: Kristin's mic wasn't working and that's why she sounds so far away. We're new at this! Follow us on Instagram: @thenightlightpodcast Email Us: thenightlightpodcast@gmail.com Created & Hosted by: Meghan Livingston & Kristin Maccarrone Produced and Edited by: Denis Livingston Music by: Denis Livingston

With Passover and Easter in our midst, the power of Christ compels YOU to listen to this week's episode where we discuss the horror classic: The Exorcist. We explore why Averyl hadn't seen that (even though she's a horror fan!), why there's so much more to this film than what is typically referenced, how Chris is an unsung hero of the movie, how Father Karras is the OG "Hot Priest", and loads more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

https://battleswithbitsofrubber.com/ It’s Halloween. A Saturday! A full moon! Also not happening because of Covid. Boo. It’s a damn shame, but I imagine around the world, a lot more horror movies will be watched. I can only hope such mass consumption will drive production to make more stuff as we burn through the back catalogue of shows with a worldwide captive audience. Cutting Edges On appliances, a cutting edge is often employed to mark the boundary of where appliance stops and real skin should begin. With foam and gelatine, the end of the piece was the end of the piece. With silicone appliances, we usually have a cap plastic barrier which extends beyond the silicone edge to provide that nice, melt-to-nothing transition. However, on a lot of flat moulds, we have seen varying takes on how far away a cutting edge should be from the sculpt. We chat about that! Cap Plastic On The Back Of A Piece We also chat about cap plastic on the back of pieces. Usually necessary when a mould and a core is involved, but there are some reasons why it is desirable to not have cap plastic on the back of a piece. For one, often when removing the appliance, the cap plastic will stick better to the skin because of the glue than it does to the back of the appliance. This ‘delamination’ means it takes longer to clean up and can be a pain. Why cap plastic the back at all? Usually two reasons. One reason is deadened/softened silicone is very sticky, so the barrier makes it possible to handle the piece during demoulding. The other is to allow ‘cheaper’ water-based adhesives (as opposed to the more expensive silicone adhesives) to bond better to the piece. Let’s not forget that silicone is a material much used for moulds precisely because not much sticks to it. Including most glues and makeup. By having a barrier on the surface which is not actually silicone at all, but cap plastic, suddenly a whole world of things can be used on the makeup and blendable edges are possible. The sheer joy! So, when running flat pieces, now I don’t bother with cap plastic on the back. I did it, like many do, out of habit and seeing it down without really asking myself why it was necessary. By spraying more cap plastic on the back, we essentially double the edge thickness and it’s an extra step in the job. We talk through some notions of why it can be a problem, and how one might get around it. Podcast recommendation Check out a great podcast I just discovered via Kiana ‘Freakmo’ Jones called Red Carpet Rookies. In particular, episode #5 with Bill Corso talking about digital makeup. It’s a great show done by someone who cares about the subject, and I’d add it to your podcast subscriptions if you dig film chat. So, getting the horror on with audio books to keep us spooked during the workshop hours…Salem’s Lot and the The Exorcist was a double bill which put me in the right mood for some Halloween Horror Movies this weekend. Sculpting a vampire face whilst listening to William Peter Blatty read Regan’s tirades at Father Karras felt like a peak moment of Halloween fun. --------------------------------------------------- Many thanks as always for your time checking the stuff out. You can email us direct at stuartandtodd@gmail.com or leave us a voice message directly on our site. If you enjoy this podcast and got something out of it, would you do us a solid and tell just one more person about us? Send them a link and help us grow! -Stuart & Todd https://battleswithbitsofrubber.com/    

Welcome to another episode of Don’t Be Crazy! Here we discuss and dissect what makes a film (past or present) absolutely amazing or a pile of rubbish. All that we ask of each other is don’t be crazy.   When young Regan is possessed by an unknown entity, Father Karras must enlist the help of Father Merrin to exercise the demon and save the child. This movie was unlike anything ever seen in its time. Does it still hold up? Tune in as we break down our first episode for Spooktober.   Take a listen and don’t forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. Have questions or comments? Shoot an email to info@geeklegacy.com and we will answer them on the next podcast. Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher and remember to rate and leave a comment. Your feedback helps us tremendously.

No exploration of William Friedkin would be complete without The Exorcist, 1973's iconic horror about a little girl possessed by a demon, and so watch it we do. We watch the theatrical cut, which Mike's excited to see, since the only one he's seen before is "The Version You've Never Seen", the extended cut released in 2000, and he finds this version superior, with better pacing and fewer distractions. José has always had a significant problem with the crucifix scene, and we go into why, and he argues that the film exhibits a desire to shock above all else that is typical of Friedkin. Mike argues for the sympathy we feel for Father Karras and his centrality - Max von Sydow's Father Merrin is in theory the eponymous exorcist, but is that actually the case? And we think over much more besides, including the thrill of the special effects, the disparity between how Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells is used and its subsequent iconic synonimity with the film, whether the film should be clearer about the boundaries of its demon's abilities, and ultimately, the fact that it's so famous - or is that infamous? - that even Mike's mum still references the projectile vomit bit. Recorded on 23rd July 2020.

This week we follow up David's favorite "horror" movie of all time, with my favorite horror movie of all time: The Exorcist. Every time I revisit it, I'm reminded that it truly is a masterpiece. @dgoebel00 on Instagram provided this amazing artwork. Follow him and check out his website. (0:38) - Intro(6:43) - Trailer(8:29) - Synopsis(10:13) - Review(15:20) - Score(0:24) - Spoilers(1:29:00) - Final Recommendations(1:29:44) - Guess That Death(1:43:17) - Outro https://youtu.be/YDGw1MTEe9k The Exorcist Trailer Synopsis The Exorcist, if you don’t know, is about an exorcism of a little girl.Regan, played by Linda Blair, is the 12 year old daughter of single mother Chris MacNiel played by Ellen Burstyn. Regan starts complaining about her bed shaking at night, and then as days pass, her personality slowly changes and she starts behaving erratically. Chris exhausts every medical and psychological avenue, and is still left hopeless as her daughter continues to get worse. Some doctors reluctantly mention Exorcism as an option. Father Karras, played by Jason Miller, is a reluctant skeptic, but is recruited to perform an exorcism. With the help of an older more experienced exorcist, Father Merrin, played by Max von Sydow, they struggle to expel the demon or demons that are tormenting Regan. The Exorcist Poster Review of The Exorcist The Exorcist is the center tentpole of the horror genre for me, and probably for a lot of people. It’s often at the top of best horror movies of all time lists, and for good reason. Some of the themes and scenes from this movie are still genuinely disturbing nearly 50 years after it’s release. It deals with a lot of conscience and subconscious fears about life, reality, and little girls. A lot of the notoriety about the film comes from it’s marketing and stories of people fainting or leaving the theater. However, it doesn’t owe it’s longevity to these gimmicks, it is still held as one of the best critical and commercial successes in horror. The special effects might not hold up to modern audiences, but everything else is timeless. The acting is great, the themes are handled maturely, and the director had an unhealthy conviction to get his vision of the story. All of these work together to create a film that has spun off a whole subgenre of exorcism and demonic children. Score 10/10 The ExorcistAdd the Blu-ray to your collection or stream on AmazonBuy/Stream Now Final Recommendation If you are a horror fan, and want to see the original "elevated" horror movie The Exorcist is a must see.

Author and educator Dr. Michael Arnzen returns to urge everyone to think critically about William Friedkin’s THE EXORCIST, a movie he says tries to discourage you from doing just that. In episode 147, Luke, James, and Mike explore the “Scariest Movie of All Time” adapted from William Peter Blatty’s iconic novel.   Topics Include: the movie’s supposed curse as possible marketing, whether Friedkin gets enough respect, supernaturalism vs. realism, the echoes of the Civil Rights Movement of the 60s, the parallel narrative of Father Karras, Linda Blair's injuries from a “tyrant” on set, religion vs. science, the film’s position in Horror canon, and what makes some stories catch on when similar contemporaries don't. Michael Arnzen Studies in the Horror Film: The Exorcist (Centipede Press, 2012): http://www.centipedepress.com/studieshorror/exorcist.html Proverbs for Monsters by Michael Arnzen https://amzn.to/39yqvpx Follow Michael Arnzen on twitter: www.twitter.com/mikearnzen Ink to Film Become a Patron & unlock exclusive content: www.patreon.com/inktofilm  Follow Ink to Film on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram Home Base: inktofilm.com Ink to Film Book Club on Goodreads Intro/outro music: Torin - Tubular Bells  No copyright / Royalty free sound

Guys we have another fun bonus episode for you! This time we're digging into some more of the cool facts and mysterious happenings surrounding The Exorcist. Is this based on real events? Did Jack Nicholson want the part of Father Karras? Listen and find out! Music for this episode is provided by: "Half Mystery" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Well, it HAS been a while, but the Actor Autopsy FINALLY returns! This time, our featured actor is horror icon, Linda Blair. And if we're going to talk about Linda Blair, how can we possibly avoid discussing The Exorcist (1973)? We can't! So, we join forces with Father Merrin and Father Karras, in an attempt to expel the evil. Just watch your step on those stairs! After that, grab your skates and head for the beach! And don't forget to sign up for the roller disco contest, because that's important. Oh, yeah. They might be shutting down your favorite roller rink. And that's just the first 52 minutes of Roller Boogie (1979)! And then from there, you'd better go buy a crossbow if you want to be a true vigilante out for revenge. Prepare yourself for dialogue as rough as the pavement, when you walk those Savage Streets (1984)!

Welcome to Everything Trying to Kill You, the comedy podcast that talks about horror movies! In episode 31 about William Friedkin’s film, The Exorcist, your hosts Mary Kay, Mary, and Rachel talk with the incredible author Clay McLeod Chapman, and they answer important questions like these:What demon voice WOULD NOT work on you? Was this movie scary? Were there any big surprises for you when you watched this movie for the first time? Did you prefer the director’s cut (the “version you’ve never seen”) or the original? Are backbends in general also horrifying for you, or is it just Mary Kay? Why would you pace the narrative so slowly (or would you)? What exactly happened with Father Karras’ mother? Whose story is this? Why set the bookended part in Iraq? Which exorcist is THE exorcist? Does Father Karras’ qualification as a psychiatrist make the events scarier? What was the scariest special effect? What about the ACTUAL murderer? What about the last rites? How does the convention of the movie parallel with that of real-life Catholicism? Have you been to The Exorcism stairs in DC? Why is it important that Reagan is 12 years old? When Reagan comes downstairs during the dinner party… is the demon acting yet? Is it okay that there was an actual teenage girl playing the role of a possessed girl? Why wasn't Mercedes McCambridge credited for her vocal performance? Is Father Karras the anchor? Why is he a boxer? On a 1-to-10, how glad were you that the origins weren't in Ancient Egypt, but in a historically plausible place? How does Father Merrin die? Was the production actually cursed? The Exorcist (1973)– Directed by William Friedkin and written by William Peter Blatty. Performances by Linda Blair, Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Jason MillerGenre: Horror, Supernatural, Thriller, Suspense, ExorcismWhere to watch: Amazon Prime (for free!)Summary: A visiting actress in Washington, D.C., notices dramatic and dangerous changes in the behavior and physical make-up of her 12-year-old daughter. Meanwhile, a young priest at nearby Georgetown University begins to doubt his faith while dealing with his mother's terminal sickness. And, book-ending the story, a frail, elderly priest recognizes the necessity for a show-down with an old demonic enemy. Written by Andrew Harmon Links: Buy The Remaking by our lovely guest, Clay McLeod ChapmanLet’s talk about The Rite by Matt Baglio, if you want to know more about exorcisms.Check out the original trailer for The Exorcist!Buy your host Mary Kay McBrayer's book, America's First Female Serial Killer

What an excellent day for an exorcism! Something disturbing is going on in the MacNeil residence. Meg and Joe join Father Karras as they come face to face with the Pazuzu infested Regan. Bless yourself with holy water and say your prayers! Do YOU think the Exorcist is the scariest film of all time?

Hey guys! Blair was supposed to be back this week, but she got possessed by a demon. She'll be fine, but it's just gonna take a little while for this Father Karras guy to get him out of her. She'll be right as rain in no time! In the meantime, our friend Devin joined us to talk about The Last Exorcism! We also discussed Lulu's New Bestseller, Bullet Journalism, Young Fears, Larry the Cable Guy Colon Health Inspector, The World's Most Racist Name, Sweet Egg Nut, Ovipositor Nut, and Satan's Weed Stash. Thanks as always to our friend Satah for our theme song, check out their music! Support us on Patreon! For reference: Poncho's Beardie Boobs

Happy Halloween--It's Episode 31 on October 31st! Holly Krig, Chicago activist and mother of Soph, stopped in to talk about the Exorcist. Be it anti-eviction work, abolitionism, or coordinating rides for children to see their incarcerated parents Holly is there fighting for the dignity of all people. The two chatted about growing up in Wisconsin, Dark Shadows making a lasting impression on them, and Holly discussed how she saw the Exorcist as a metaphor for restorative justice. Oh and Father Karras! Holly is the director of Moms United https://www.facebook.com/MomsUnitedChi/ Follow Moms United on Twitter: @MomsUnitedChi And follow her on Twitter @holidarity

We’ve all done it, so there is no use hiding in shame anymore. We’ve all spent time on our own doing this dirty deed, knowing that if anyone could see us, they would be utterly shocked and appalled. I am, of course, talking about loudly and incompetently acting out the voices of characters when playing gamesContinue reading S4E5 – Father Karras Just Fell Down the Stairs

Join hosts Rob Galluzzo, Elric Kane, Rebekah McKendry and Ryan Turek as they catch up on all the latest horrors! First up, Elric checked out the 80's "slasher" flick GIRLS NITE OUT, EMBRACE OF THE SERPENT, DARLING and THE GREASY STRANGLER. Bekah caught SOUTHBOUND and talks TV with SLASHER and MTV's SCREAM. Ryan survived the MARDI GRAS MASSACRE, as well as cult classics THE GATE and THE LOST BOYS. Rob got a sneak peek at THE 6TH FRIEND and plays a snippet from the recently released soundtrack to MONTAUK CHRONICLES.  The group then welcome very special guests Joshua Miller and Mark Fortin, the screenwriters behind 2015's THE FINAL GIRLS to the show. We delve into their earliest experiences in the horror genre. For Miller, it was seeing his father in THE EXORCIST as Father Karras, and starring in movies like NEAR DARK & RIVER'S EDGE. The two delve into why they love horror, how they met and partnered up, as well as maneuvering themselves in Hollywood as writers & creators on such TV shows as QUEEN OF THE SOUTH. A lot of ground is covered in this lengthy, candid chat! Sit back, relax and join the conversation.