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The Exorcist
2022·Movie
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The Exorcist fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis5
- Wonder5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Fantasy
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
HighThrilling and scary
Fast from start to finish.
The Exorcist is thrilling, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
The exorcist master Lin Yuanying and his apprentice Liu Yu traveled south and north to exorcise the demons and catch the demons.
Chinese ExorcismDemon HuntingFantasy ActionSupernatural HorrorTraveling ExorcistMaster and ApprenticeFolkloric DemonsTraditional Chinese Setting
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Questions about The Exorcist
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Exorcist worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 78%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Exorcist rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Exorcist?
Critics78
Audiences87
Not quite. Audiences rate The Exorcist higher (87) than critics (78). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is The Exorcist in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
What tropes does The Exorcist use?
Roaring Rampage of RevengeBowdleriseEvil PlanFake-Out OpeningPlacebo EffectEverybody SmokesBlood-Splattered Wedding DressTransformation of the PossessedThe MentorDark Is Not EvilBookendsDying as Yourselfand 98 more
TV Tropes lists 110 storytelling tropes for The Exorcist, including Roaring Rampage of Revenge, Bowdlerise, Evil Plan.