The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005) - Movie Details

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Release Date:	September 9, 2005
On DVD:	December 20, 2005
Genre:	Horror, Suspense
Director:	Scott Derrickson
Writer:	Scott Derrickson, Paul Harris Boardman
Cast:	Laura Linney, Tom Wilkinson, Campbell Scott, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Jennifer Carpenter, Colm Feore
Studio:	Screen Gems
Official site:	whathappenedtoemily.com
Running Time:	114 minutes
MPAA Rating:	Rated PG-13 for thematic material, including intense/frightening sequences and disturbing images

In an extremely rare decision, the Catholic Church officially recognized the demonic possession of a 19 year-old college freshman. Told in terrifying flashbacks, "The Exorcism of Emily Rose" chronicles the haunting trial of the priest accused of negligence resulting in the death of the young girl believed to be possessed. Inspired by true events, the film stars Laura Linney as the lawyer who takes on the task of defending the priest (Tom Wilkinson) who performed...

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A courtroom drama meets horror film, "The Exorcism of Emily Rose" is an interesting blend of terror and believability that succeeds in scaring the crap out of you. Starring Laura Linney, Tom Wilkinson and newcomer Jennifer Carpenter as the title character, the movie is all but guaranteed to scare you in a way few horror movies have in recent years. Full movie review »