William Friedkin’s The Exorcist became one of the most controversial mainstream films of the 1970s. Its depiction of demonic possession, religion and graphic horror provoked strong reactions from audiences and religious critics.
Why the controversy mattered
The movie demonstrated that horror could become a major commercial genre while still provoking debates about morality and religious representation.
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