The Exorcist
 

Posted on le 19.10.2023

Half a century ago, The Exorcist was released, the film that was to revolutionise horror cinema. But are you really familiar with this cult film by William Friedkin? - by Benoit Pavan

The Exorcist, 1973 © DR

1 - Which other William, apart from Friekin, is the author of the adaptation of the book?
 
A.    William Faulkner
B.    William Peter Blatty
C.    William Sheller

2 - How much has The Exorcist earned since its release?
 
A.    More than 1 billion dollars
B.    More than 2 billion dollars
C.    More than 3 billion dollars

3 - What filmmaker was NOT approached to direct The Exorcist?
 
A.    Alfred Hitchcock
B.    Stanley Kubrick
C.    Michel Hazanavicius

4 - Audrey Hepburn accepted the role of Chris MacNeil on condition that the film was shot in Rome. True or false?
 
A.    True, but the film was eventually shot in the United States and Iraq
B.    False, but the film was shot in Rome

5 - The Exorcist is considered cursed. Why is that?
 
A.    Ellen Burstyn was seriously injured.
B.    There was a fire on the set.
C.    Both of the above!

6 -  What Oscars did The Exorcist win?

A.    Best Film and Best Adapted Screenplay
B.    Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay
C.    Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Sound Engineering
 

SOLUTIONS : 1B ; 2B ; 3C ; 4A ; 5C ; 6A

SCREENINGS

 
The Exorcist (director’s cut) by William Friedkin (1973, 2h13, Prohib. ages -12)
Pathé Bellecour – Saturday, 21 October at 8.15pm
UGC Cité Internationale – Sunday, 22 October at 3pm