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Exorcism Documentary ‘The Devil And Father Amorth’ Coming To Theaters

Few films have been more terrifying than William Friedkin’s The Exorcist. Recently, Friedkin set out to make a document the real rites of exorcism, similar to those we witnessed in his terrifying, ground-breaking, 1973 film. In the documentary, The Devil and Father Amorth, we will witness the real exorcism of an Italian woman performed by Father Gabriel Amorth. Yes, I said real. In the early 1970s when I directed The Exorcist, I had not witnessed an exorcism but I wondered how close I had come to portraying reality,” Friedkin said. “I had been curious to meet Father Amorth for many years and when he granted permission to meet and film him in Rome last May, it was the opportunity to complete the circle and see how close that film came to reality.” Last year during an interview with Variety he said, “I had to shoot it alone, obviously. The conditions were that I come along with no crew and no

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 23, 2018

Documentaries

Documentary ‘The Devil and Father Amorth’ From The Director Of ‘The Exorcist’ Gets Release Date

What could be more terrifying than William Friedkin’s The Exorcist? How about a real exorcism caught on tape? Recently, Friedkin set out to make a documentary of the real rites of exorcism, similar to those we witnessed in his terrifying, ground-breaking, 1973 film. In Friedkin’s The Devil and Father Amorth, we will witness the real exorcism of an Italian woman performed by Father Gabriel Amorth. Yes, I said real. In the early 1970s when I directed The Exorcist, I had not witnessed an exorcism but I wondered how close I had come to portraying reality,” Friedkin said. “I had been curious to meet Father Amorth for many years and when he granted permission to meet and film him in Rome last May, it was the opportunity to complete the circle and see how close that film came to reality.” Last year during an interview with Variety he said, “I had to shoot it alone, obviously. The conditions were that I

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jan 18, 2018

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Documentary ‘Deliver Us’ (AKA Libera Nos) Delves Into The World Of Real Exorcisms

This October the Italian exorcism documentary ‘Deliver Us’, also known as ‘Libera Nos’, from director Federick Di Giacomo, will open in LA and two other locations (yet to be announced). The documentary delves into the world of real exorcisms. “Exorcism is still a fact of contemporary life. Every year, more and more people claim that their illnesses are caused by demonic possession.” From the Press Release: Father Cataldo is a veteran, one of the most sought-after exorcists in Sicily. Every Tuesday, many believers follow his mass of liberation, searching for a cure for some adversity for which there does not seem to be a label or a remedy. The Catholic Church reacts to this crisis by nominating priests as exorcists in increasing numbers and by organizing training courses for them. In order to respond to the rising number of requests for deliverance from evil, all French dioceses have installed at least one exorcist. In Spain, the archdiocese of Madrid is

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 16, 2017

DocumentariesTrue Story

New Italian Documentary To Take Us Into The World Of Real Exorcisms

As long as there has been religion there has been the fear of demons, the dark evil that claims its victim’s body and soul. While the subject has fueled many films and stories, many true believers have turned to real-life exorcisms in an attempt to cast out those demons and save souls. A new Italian documentary titled Libera Nos is preparing to take us on a journey into the real life world of exorcisms and will explore the increased need for the rites. From director Federick Di Giacomo, this 2017 European Film Award nominee will be opening in cinemas before Halloween. From the Press Release: Exorcism is still a fact of contemporary life. Every year, more and more people claim that their illnesses are caused by demonic possession. Father Cataldo is a veteran, one of the most sought-after exorcists in Sicily. Every Tuesday, many believers follow his mass of liberation, searching for a cure for some adversity for which there

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 1, 2017

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Exorcism Documentary ‘Hostage To The Devil’ Possesses Two New Clips

For those of you who are interested in the supernatural, demonology, or exorcisms, there is a new documentary from director Martin Stalker, titled ‘Hostage to the Devil’, and you are not going to want to miss it. After five years in production, the documentary is finally now available on VOD. The documentary tells the “true story of a Jesuit priest, an author, and an exorcist.” It features interviews with real people that deal with the supernatural, the paranormal, and the occult, including Lorraine Warren, Ralph Sarchie, and John Zaffis. It also features recreations, footage, and commentary from Stalker. The documentary goes in graphic detail about the process and outcomes of exorcisms. It also explores the disturbing case of a four year old girl, the last exorcism Fr Martin consulted on before his death under suspicious circumstances. Martin Stalker invites you to witness his documentary and make up your own mind about exorcisms and the devil himself. Tell us, do you

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jan 18, 2017

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