Feature2019·105m·7.4

Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist

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.

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Cast

William Friedkin

Self

Hikaru Baba

Extra: Kyoto, Japan

Yuka Niwa

Extra: Kyoto, Japan

Details

Status
Released
Original language
English
Languages
English
Budget
Revenue
Age rating
Quality
4K UHD · HDR10 · Dolby Vision
Production
MilkhausScreen DivisionExhibit A PicturesFamilystyle

Crew

Director

Alexandre O. Philippe

Writers

Alexandre O. Philippe

Jon Hegel

Original Music Composer

Anthony Weeden

Original Music Composer

Robert Muratore

Director of Photography

David Lawrence

Editor

Gallery

Reviews

SWITCH.

11/19/2020

10.0

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