Exorcist, The: Theatrical & Extended Director's Cut (4K Ultra HD) [4K UHD]

This is one of the best horror movies ever made in my opinion. I love the exorcist so much. The story is so amazing about yes a horror movie but it’s also about a love of a mother and what she would do to save her daughter. Great movie.

Exhausting, terrifying and tragic. Its hard to review a film that means different things to different people. I did not see this film until my teenage years, but it was talked about with such horror and distaste from an older cousin who came home to an empty house after seeing it and and freaked out to the point of calling over her older brother until the parents returned. She always talked about the, HELP ME scene, head spin, crucifix and the blasphemy that nearly caused her to leave, but her friend didn't want to. One of the many big budget horror films that dots the 1970s horror landscape. Some of the images will never leave your mind. Regan's head spinning around, an illusion created by the demon, her forcing the crucifix into her vagina causing blood- this latter scene caused many audience members of the day to run screaming from the theater. How the ratings board didn't swarm all over it is a miracle unto itself. How it didn't get a rated X..... Its revolutionary, incredible filmmaking from every level. Director Fredkin was a maniac on set, shooting guns to get honest scared reactions, filming in a freezer to show theaters breath. Linda Blair, wearing only a thin nightshirt caught a cold several times and later said, to this day she hates being cold. The film has the fascinating distinction of holding the audience captive through a plot that causes a viewer to examine faith, fear and religion. No matter your religious affiliation or just a plan ole atheist- it will disturb ad challenge you and may even give you nightmares. That, combined with relatable characters and an afflicted child cause viewers to abandon sense all together because it just seems so real.....

William Friedkin’s “The Exorcist” broke rules and boundaries when it was released. It was one of the true early blockbuster event films of the 70’s with lines around the block in some cities. It also was condemned by the Catholic League of Decency which probably made it even more of a must see in 1973. Regan McNeill is a vivacious, smart little girl. The daughter of actress Chris McNeill, Regan begins acting oddly. There are also incidents in her room such as the bed spinning that, needless to say, alarms her mother. She turns to science and when, science fails her, she turns to the Church. Featuring a stellar cast including playwright/actor Jason Miller, the great Max Von Sydow, Linda Blair and Oscar winner Ellen Burstyn. Friedkin was at the top of his game coming off of “The French Connection” and author William Peter Blatty’s script (from his bestselling novel) feels real and lived in. William Friedkin’s classic horror film returns this time to 4K with. Strong looking transfer. Fans of the film that have seen previous reissues on DVD and Blu-ray may be a bit surprised as the color timing is a bit different for the film. That may divide some fans. As to what the original color timing and intend was? Without being able to see a color graded IP for comparison, there’s no telling what the intended color timing was or how this compares. Keep in mind most folks memories of this are far removed from the original theatrical prints. We also know that the late director loved to mess with the color timing of his films (“The French Connection” in its first incarnation in remastered form on blu-ray is an example of this). That said, even the blu-ray remastered version had a revised color timing for the blu-ray as well. Regardless, this classic film looks quite good with improved detail, density, depth and audio that sounds terrific. The Atmos remix is built from previous surround mixes. It sounds quite good. This version features both the original theatrical cut and the director’s cut (which is inferior IMHO). The theatrical cut has the two commentary tracks from the late writer William Peter Beatty and director Friedkin. The DC has a separate commentary by Friedkin. For some odd reason, Warner has elected not to put all the other extras on the original blu-ray on this disc. Instead, they are available only as a digital download. it’s an odd choice to be sure and hopefully not a trend. Friedkin’s film was groundbreaking at the time and it remains a powerful horror film because of how an ordinary girl is possessed. It’s a slow burn horror film but once it gets going, it’s disturbing as heck.

Love this movie, I first watched it when I was 8 and I was afraid to look at the stairs.

Great film - no question about that. Certainly, one of the best horror films with intense scenes of the possessed Regan (Linda Blair). Her transition from innocent child to hideous devil is remarkable. It is great to see such films preserved and transferred to home viewing with remarkably improved resolution. So I had to ask myself why I almost prefer my old DVD? The 4K resolution is spectacular in many ways and I am not an expert to praise or criticize it in detail. However, as a simple horror fan, I felt that a film like this plays better in a dark, more muted color version than the bright colorful 4K. Aside from some of the color bleeding in some scenes, I found that the color adjustments make for an almost unreal color. So I ask why, why, why, does the color or the image need to be changed. Is it soley for increased sale. By the way, I am also not a fan of director's cuts. A decision was made to release the film in a specific edit for the viewing population of the time. That is what I recall seeing in the theaters and that is what I prefer when watching the film. In the case of this film, adding the spider walk did not do anything for me, except give me a little giggle. Imagine if someone re-colored and painted some flowers onto the Mona Lisa? Some might say it looks prettier, but should we be doing that? Adding lost scenes can sometimes help a film and are great to see. In other cases, I fell it spoils the editing and timing of the film. For me part of the home experience is duplicating the experience I recall from theaters when film was film and not digital and not constantly changing.

Definitely worth the double dip. One of the best 4k restoration discs available. The film of course is iconic and legendary. The sound design is the best part

Classic for all. This movie allows you to feel like your there. If your offended easily, don't get it but if you want to enjoy a movie based on a true story, this is the Classic Horror Movie.

Thanks to Game.Stores for delivering this 4K Ultra HD masterpiece from USA to India! Comes with original slipcover from Warner Bros! Digital code is expired but I didn’t have any use of it. Exorcist is No.1 Horror film still today & it comes in 1973!

Para deixar claro para os brasileiros, não tem legenda nem dublagem, mas se você é fã, e ja viu milhares de vezes, ter ele na coleção é indispensável. Bom aproveitar antes que vira raridade.

Escalofriante, terrorífica, muy buena y en Blu-Ray uuufff.

Estoy completamente satisfecho con mi compra, es lo que esperaba, además de que llegó un día antes del establecido. Quisiera decir que el documental de tres partes explica claramente que ésta NO ES UNA PELÍCULA DE TERROR, sino una película teológica (como un documental). El autor original quiso transmitir un mensaje de fe en estos tiempos, que tanta falta nos hace. La califico con cinco estrellas porque es un clásico de clásicos (sin dejar atrás las películas épicas, tales como «Ben-Hur», «Los diez mandamientos», «Cleopatra», «Espartaco», «Lo que el viento se llevó», entre otras. Audio original, con subtítulos en muchos idiomas, incluído el español latinoamericano. En el video que subí, explico las características que contiene la «Versión nunca antes vista». Edición de un solo disco Blu-ray.

La mejor edición 4K, excelente imagen y sonido, tal cual la descripción e imagen.