Leap of faith - William Friedkin on The exorcist

15 yrs 99 minutes • 2019 • 7.6

One of the most referenced and influential films in the horror genre is the two-time Oscar-winning classic The Exorcist from 1973. In Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist, the director himself takes us into the thought process and inspiration behind the film. He explores the mysteries behind faith and destiny, describes the nuanced aspects of filmmaking and which films and books helped form his own vision. The film was nominated for an award for best documentary on filmmaking at the Venice Film Festival 2019.