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entertainment2 years ago

"Director David Gordon Green Exits 'The Exorcist' Sequel, Search for Replacement Begins"

David Gordon Green has exited as the director of The Exorcist: Deceiver, the sequel to The Exorcist: Believer, and a search is underway for a new director. The movie's release date is now unset due to scheduling conflicts, and Green is currently occupied with other projects. Universal and Blumhouse acquired the Exorcist franchise rights for a trilogy in 2021, but the first movie's box office performance did not meet expectations. The franchise deal was part of a broader strategy for Universal, including leveraging the IP across various platforms.

entertainment2 years ago

"Director David Gordon Green Departs 'Exorcist' Sequel, Search for Replacement Begins"

David Gordon Green is stepping away from directing the 2025 'Exorcist' sequel to focus on other projects, prompting Universal and Blumhouse to search for a new director. The departure follows the underperformance of the previous installment, 'The Exorcist: Believer,' and the uncertainty surrounding Green's return was hinted at prior to the announcement.

entertainment2 years ago

"The Exorcist: Believer" Dominates Box Office with Terrifying Reboot

"The Exorcist: Believer" dominates the box office, earning $27.2 million in its opening weekend, surpassing the combined earnings of the next three films. Despite underwhelming reviews, the horror sequel nearly recouped its reported $30 million budget. "Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie" came in second with $11.8 million, followed by "Saw X" with $8.2 million. The top five also included Disney's "The Creator" and "The Blind." "Barbie" fell out of the top 10 after earning over $600 million domestically and $1.3 billion globally.

entertainment2 years ago

"The Exorcist: Believer" Shatters Box Office Records with $11.9 Million Opening Day

"The Exorcist: Believer," a new sequel to the iconic horror film "The Exorcist," has opened at the top of the box office with an $11.9 million opening day. However, it is debuting lower than projected, with an estimated $28 million gross over the weekend. The film, part of a new trilogy, was acquired by Universal for $400 million and features Ellen Burstyn reprising her role from the original. Despite negative reviews, the film is expected to maintain its top spot for the weekend.

film-criticism2 years ago

"The Exorcist: Believer - Mark Kermode's Fiery Takedown Sparks Controversy in Horror Community"

Film critic Mark Kermode delivers an angry takedown of the new Exorcist film, titled The Exorcist: Believer. Kermode argues that the writers misunderstood the original film and highlights plot inconsistencies. He criticizes the usage of Ellen Burstyn and describes the movie as "staggeringly dull" and "trash." Listeners found Kermode's rant highly entertaining, comparing it to his famous review of Michael Bay's Pain & Gain.

entertainment2 years ago

David Gordon Green: From Taylor Swift to Star Wars, The Exorcist Reboot and Beyond

Director David Gordon Green, who recently completed his Halloween sequel trilogy, may not return to direct the upcoming film "The Exorcist: Deceiver," part of the sequel trilogy for the iconic horror franchise. Green currently has outlines for the next two chapters of the trilogy but is navigating his involvement from a story perspective and considering his other commitments. He had hoped to show the finished film to the late director of the original "Exorcist," William Friedkin, and was disappointed not to have the opportunity. Green discusses his approach to the franchise, the universality of its themes, and his friendship with actress Ellen Burstyn, who stars in the new film.

film2 years ago

"The Exorcist: Believer" Review: A Head-Spinning Reboot with a Double Twist

"The Exorcist: Believer" is a reboot of the classic horror film "The Exorcist" and features the return of Ellen Burstyn, who played the mother in the original. The story follows a single father whose daughter and her friend go missing and later exhibit strange behavior. With the help of a neighbor and the original film's protagonist, they discover a double possession and must confront a different demon. The film explores the history of exorcisms in various faiths and sets up the possibility of a trilogy. Directed by David Gordon Green, the movie successfully merges elements from the original while introducing new characters and storylines.

entertainment2 years ago

"The Exorcist: Deceiver and Believer Sequels Set to Haunt Audiences in 2025"

Universal Pictures and Blumhouse Productions have announced that "The Exorcist: Deceiver," the second sequel in a new trilogy directed by David Gordon Green, will have a wide release on April 18, 2025. This news comes after the release of the first trailer for "The Exorcist: Believer," the first film in the trilogy, which stars Ellen Burstyn reprising her iconic role as Chris MacNeil. The original "Exorcist" film, released in 1973, is the highest-grossing horror film domestically and earned critical acclaim and multiple Oscar nominations.