The Exorcism of Emily Rose
Rated: PG-13
Cast: Laura Linney,
Tom Wilkinson
Synopsis: 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 the controversial exorcism.
Based on the true life experience of Anneliese Michel; In 1968 she began to suffer severe shaking, and was diagnosed with "Grand Mal" epilepsy, ( or "psychotic epilepsy" ). Afterwards, she began to experience voices and visions of demons/entities and believed herself possessed. From here on, her life in turmoil, and the doctors doing all they could medically in their power to help, she then turns to the church in hopes of being exorcised of her 'demonic possession.'
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Emily Rose: The Real Story of Anneliese Michel's Exorcism - 9/15/05
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