Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist

2023

DocumentaryHorror

A lyrical and spiritual cinematic essay on The Exorcist, the last film of Alexandre O. Philippe explores the uncharted depths of William Friedkin’s mind’s eye, the nuances of his filmmaking process, and the mysteries of faith and fate that have shaped his life and filmography.

Rating

7.3
3 votes

Popularity

1.0027

Origin & Countries

US | en | United States of America

Production

Milkhaus,Screen Division,Exhibit A Pictures,Familystyle Film

Runtime

105 min.

Status

Released

Release: 10/5/2023

Credits

Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist

Alexandre O. PhilippeDirector

Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist

William FriedkinSelf

Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist

Ellen BurstynSelf (archive footage)

Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist

Linda BlairSelf (archive footage)

Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist

Jason MillerSelf (archive footage)

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Reviews

SWITCH.

11/19/2020

10 / 10

For those with a love for 'The Exorcist', but haven't read up on much of the behind-the-scenes details, this documentary will provide great stories and fascinating moments from the man who put it all together. But 'Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist' isn't just an analysis of Friedkin's finest work, or an uncovering of his influences and processes. It's a fascinating, no smoke and mirrors insight, honest portrait that allows a legendary director to not only explain his magnum opus, but who he is as an artist and as a man. - Jake Watt Read Jake's full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-leap-of-faith-william-friedkin-on-the-exorcist-an-utterly-fascinating-chat-with-a-legend-of-cinema

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