The Exorcism of Emily Rose

Synopsis

The Exorcism of Emily Rose follows the legal battle involving a priest accused of negligent homicide after the death of a young woman named Emily Rose during an exorcism. As attorney Erin Bruner, played by Laura Linney, takes on the defense, the chilling events leading up to Emily's tragic death are unveiled. The movie cleverly weaves between courtroom drama and horrifying supernatural occurrences, leaving the audience questioning the fine line between science and faith. With standout performances and a gripping storyline, The Exorcism of Emily Rose delves into the complexities of belief and the power of the unknown.

Cast

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  Laura Linney

  Erin Bruner

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  Tom Wilkinson

  Father Moore

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  Campbell Scott

  Ethan Thomas

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  Jennifer Carpenter

  Emily Rose

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  Kenneth Welsh

  Dr. Mueller

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  Mary Beth Hurt

  Judge Brewster

Reviews

The Exorcism of Emily Rose received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film's unique approach to the exorcism narrative and the compelling performances, others found it lacking in scares and coherence. Roger Ebert of the Chicago Sun-Times commended the film, stating 'The Exorcism of Emily Rose is uncommonly literate for a horror film, and uncommonly thoughtful.' On the other hand, Peter Travers of Rolling Stone criticized the movie's pacing, calling it 'a muddle of horror and courtroom drama that fails to satisfy either genre.' Despite the divisive opinions, the movie's blend of supernatural terror and legal tension kept audiences engaged throughout. IMDb users rated the film 6.7/10, Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 20%, and Metacritic scored it 46/10.