The Exorcist Facts

From Robert Wise, starring Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker, Richard Haydn
Rated G

The Sound of Music is a 1965 musical drama set in Austria in the 1930s. The story centers on Maria, a young nun sent from the Abbey to be a governess for the Von Trapp family. Upon meeting the family, Maria quickly bonds with the seven children and falls in love with their widowed father, Captain Von Trapp. As the Nazis gain power in Austria, the family is forced to flee the country, and Maria must rely on the power of music to keep them together. Along with unforgettable songs such as “Do-Re-Mi”, “My Favorite Things”, and “Edelweiss”, The Sound of Music is an enduring classic that shows the courage and devotion of one family in the face of adversity.

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

The Exorcist is a 1973 horror film directed by William Friedkin and based on the novel of the same name by William Peter Blatty. The story follows a young girl, Regan MacNeil, who becomes possessed by a demonic entity. Two priests, Father Damien Karras and Father Lankester Merrin, are called in to attempt an exorcism. As they try to save Regan, they must confront the powerful forces of evil that have possessed her. The film is renowned for its intense, graphic depictions of the demonic possession, and has since become a classic of the horror genre.

From William Wyler, starring Charlton Heston, Jack Hawkins, Stephen Boyd, Haya Harareet
Rated G

Ben-Hur is an epic historical drama film set in Ancient Rome, directed by William Wyler, and starring Charlton Heston. The story follows Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince, who is falsely accused of treason by his adopted brother Messala. Judah is sent off as a slave on a galley ship, while Messala rises to power in the Roman army. After his ship is attacked by pirates, Judah is taken in by a wealthy sheik and eventually returns home to seek revenge against Messala. Along the way, Judah meets Jesus and is eventually reunited with his family. He is ultimately forgiven by Messala and enters a chariot race in an effort to win back his freedom. After a thrilling race, Judah defeats Messala, thus regaining his freedom and honor. The film won 11 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

From Mel Gibson, starring Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Luke Bracey, Teresa Palmer
Rated R

Hacksaw Ridge is a 2016 war drama film directed by Mel Gibson and written by Andrew Knight and Robert Schenkkan. The film depicts the life of Desmond Doss, an American pacifist combat medic who, as a Seventh-day Adventist Christian, refused to carry or use a weapon or firearm of any kind while serving in the United States Army during World War II. During the Battle of Okinawa, Doss single-handedly evacuated 75 wounded soldiers while under constant enemy fire. He was later awarded the Medal of Honor, becoming the first conscientious objector in American history to receive the award. The film stars Andrew Garfield, Teresa Palmer, Hugo Weaving, Rachel Griffiths, and Vince Vaughn.

From Stanley Kramer, starring Spencer Tracy, Fredric March, Gene Kelly, Dick York
Rated Passed

Inherit the Wind is an American courtroom drama film based on the 1925 play of the same name, which is a fictionalized account of the 1925 Scopes "Monkey" Trial. The film stars Spencer Tracy, Fredric March, Gene Kelly, Dick York, and Donna Anderson. It focuses on two great lawyers, one Southern and one Northern, who battle each other in a small Southern town over the legality of teaching evolution in the public school. The issue of freedom of thought and freedom of speech is also explored. The film paints a vivid picture of the clash between traditional values and modern science, and the courage of those who stand up for what they believe in.

From Fred Zinnemann, starring Paul Scofield, Wendy Hiller, Robert Shaw, Leo McKern
Rated G

A Man for All Seasons is a 1966 British biographical drama film which tells the story of Sir Thomas More, the 16th-century Lord Chancellor of England who refuses to sign the Act of Supremacy and is later tried for treason and sentenced to death. Directed by Fred Zinnemann and filmed in England, the film stars Paul Scofield as More and features Wendy Hiller, Leo McKern, Robert Shaw and Orson Welles in supporting roles. More's conflict with King Henry VIII over the king's refusal to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon and his relationship with his family and friends are explored. The film follows More's passage from a man of principle to a martyr for the Catholic faith. The film received critical acclaim, winning six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director for Zinnemann and Best Actor for Scofield. It also won two BAFTA Awards and was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards.

From Spike Lee, starring Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett, Delroy Lindo, Spike Lee
Rated PG-13

Malcolm X is a 1992 biographical film directed by and starring Spike Lee, chronicling the life of African-American civil rights leader Malcolm X. The film follows Malcolm X's life from his beginning as a street hustler in Harlem, to his conversion to the Nation of Islam, and his eventual assassination. Along the way, Malcolm X's philosophy of black power and self-determination is explored and his relationships with various figures of the civil rights movement are depicted. The film is based on Alex Haley's 1965 book The Autobiography of Malcolm X and stars Denzel Washington in the title role.

From Larry Charles, starring Bill Maher, Tal Bachman, Jonathan Boulden, Steven Burg
Rated R

Religulous is a 2008 documentary film directed by Larry Charles and starring comedian Bill Maher. The film follows Maher as he interviews various religious believers and faith leaders, probing the depths of their beliefs while also challenging them and their beliefs. Through interviews with people ranging from an Orthodox Jewish rabbi to a former-Satanist-turned-evangelical-Christian, Maher questions the teachings of the world's major religious traditions, with an emphasis on the perceived absurdity of some of their tenets. Along the way, he visits various religious sites, including the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem and the Vatican in Rome. Ultimately, the movie is a humorous and thought-provoking exploration of faith and religion from a critical perspective.

From Martin Scorsese, starring Willem Dafoe, Harvey Keitel, Barbara Hershey, Paul Greco
Rated R

The Last Temptation of Christ is a 1988 American epic drama film directed by Martin Scorsese. The film, starring Willem Dafoe as Jesus, depicts the life of Jesus Christ and his struggle with various forms of temptation including fear, doubt, depression, reluctance, and lust. It follows his torment in refusing to accept the concept of his divinity, and examines his final days through a dream of himself as an ordinary man. In his dream, he marries Mary Magdalene and has a family, only to ultimately reject it and accept his fate as the Son of God. The film also delves into the story of Judas Iscariot, Jesus' betrayer, and his own beliefs and struggles. The film ultimately presents a story of faith and sacrifice, ultimately exploring the idea of Jesus as a real human being faced with both divine and mortal temptations.

From Norman Jewison, starring Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, Yvonne Elliman, Barry Dennen
Rated G

From Franklin J. Schaffner, starring Michael Jayston, Janet Suzman, Roderic Noble, Ania Marson
Rated GP

From Alfred Hitchcock, starring Montgomery Clift, Anne Baxter, Karl Malden, Brian Aherne
Rated Not Rated

From Ridley Scott, starring Orlando Bloom, Eva Green, Liam Neeson, Martin Hancock
Rated R

From Martin Scorsese, starring Andrew Garfield, Adam Driver, Liam Neeson, Tadanobu Asano
Rated R

From Marco Pontecorvo, starring Joaquim de Almeida, Goran Visnjic, Stephanie Gil, Alejandra Howard
Rated PG-13

From Stuart Rosenberg, starring James Brolin, Margot Kidder, Rod Steiger, Don Stroud
Rated R

From Garth Davis, starring Rooney Mara, Joaquin Phoenix, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Tahar Rahim
Rated R

From Daniel Stamm, starring Patrick Fabian, Ashley Bell, Iris Bahr, Louis Herthum
Rated PG-13

From William Brent Bell, starring Fernanda Andrade, Simon Quarterman, Evan Helmuth, Ionut Grama
Rated R