Fear and Love: The Story of The Exorcist

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Overview

A intimate reflection at the making of and cultural phenomenon of one of the most popular and profitable horror films ever made, The Exorcist (1973).

Cast: Ellen Burstyn, Rick Baker, William Friedkin, William O'Malley, Eileen Dietz, more

Director: John Larkin

Genres: Documentary, Horror

Cast

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Fear and Love: The Story of The Exorcist

Overview

Cast

Ellen Burstyn

Rick Baker

William Friedkin

William O'Malley

Eileen Dietz

Daniel Roebuck

Chris Newman

Roy Frumkes

Ron Faber

Anthony Timpone

Bart Mixon

Craig Reardon

Kevin Haney

Jill Rockow

Arjen Tuiten

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