In the Grip of Evil
Brief Synopsis
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Documentary focuses on the study of exorcism and highlights the true story behind the 1973 feature film "The Exorcist" and the book on which it is based. The program draws on actual eyewitnesses, church documentation and the insight of priests, psychiatrists and para-psychologists. The story of a 13
Cast & Crew
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Thomas B Allen
Emannuel Milingo
William Friedkin
Daniel J O'connor
Sergio Rueda
Walter H Halloran
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1997
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
Synopsis
Documentary focuses on the study of exorcism and highlights the true story behind the 1973 feature film "The Exorcist" and the book on which it is based. The program draws on actual eyewitnesses, church documentation and the insight of priests, psychiatrists and para-psychologists. The story of a 13-year-old Maryland boy, who was said to be possessed by the devil in the winter of 1949 and which inspired "The Exorcist" and a non-fiction account entitled "The Possessed," is told using dramatic reenactments shot on location and the detailed records of the doctors and priests consulted by the boy's parents.
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1997
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
