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From William Friedkin, starring Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Linda Blair, Lee J. Cobb
Rated R

The Exorcist (1973) is a horror film directed by William Friedkin and based on William Peter Blatty's 1971 novel of the same name. The film tells the story of a young girl, Regan MacNeil, who becomes possessed by an ancient demon. To save her, her mother, Chris MacNeil, turns to a local priest, Father Damien Karras. With the help of a veteran exorcist, Father Lankester Merrin, the two priests battle the demon to save Regan and her soul. With intense visuals, a frightening score, and masterful performances, The Exorcist has become one of the most iconic horror films of all time.

From Penny Marshall, starring Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, Julie Kavner, Ruth Nelson
Rated PG-13

Awakenings is a 1990 American drama film based on Oliver Sacks' 1973 memoir of the same name. It tells the true story of British neurologist Dr. Malcolm Sayer, who, in 1969, discovers beneficial effects of the drug L-Dopa. He administers it to catatonic patients who survived the 1917–28 epidemic of encephalitis lethargica. Leonard Lowe and the rest of the patients are awakened after decades of catatonia and have to deal with a new life in a new time. Leonard learns to adjust and to communicate but must come to terms with his limitations. The film also touches on the social and political issues of the era, such as homophobia and the lack of knowledge about neurological disorders. Despite its small budget, the movie was well-received, winning the Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role (for Robert De Niro) and the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Drama.

From Alejandro Amenábar, starring Nicole Kidman, Christopher Eccleston, Fionnula Flanagan, Alakina Mann
Rated PG-13

The Others is a 2001 supernatural horror film written and directed by Alejandro Amenábar. The story follows Grace (Nicole Kidman), a devoutly religious woman living in a remote Victorian house with her two young children, Anne and Nicholas. When three mysterious servants arrive, strange and terrifying events begin to take place, leading Grace to believe the house is haunted. As secrets are revealed, Grace discovers that she and her children are more connected to the house's supernatural occurrences than she could ever have imagined. In the end, she must make a decision that will change their lives forever.

From Robert Zemeckis, starring Harrison Ford, Michelle Pfeiffer, Katharine Towne, Miranda Otto
Rated PG-13

From Oren Peli, starring Katie Featherston, Micah Sloat, Mark Fredrichs, Amber Armstrong
Rated R

From William Castle, starring Charles Herbert, Jo Morrow, Martin Milner, Rosemary DeCamp
Rated Not Rated

From Nicholas McCarthy, starring Caity Lotz, Casper Van Dien, Mark Steger, Agnes Bruckner
Rated R

From Kevin Tenney, starring Todd Allen, Tawny Kitaen, Stephen Nichols, Kathleen Wilhoite
Rated R

From Stiles White, starring Olivia Cooke, Ana Coto, Daren Kagasoff, Bianca A. Santos
Rated PG-13

From Richard Fleischer, starring Tony Roberts, Tess Harper, Robert Joy, Candy Clark
Rated PG