Segaloff, Nat

The Exorcist Legacy: 50 Years of Fear

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ISBN 13:: 9780806541945
author:: Segaloff, Nat
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Citadel Press Inc.,U.S.
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 304
Dimensions:: 20.9 x 13.9 centimetres (0.57 kg
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Media Studies,
Condition:: New
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The Exorcist Legacy: 50 Years of Fear The Exorcist, released in 1973, has become a cultural phenomenon, inspiring half a century of fear and fascination in filmgoers. This definitive story explores the scariest movie ever made and its lasting impact on the horror genre. Written by Nat Segaloff, an original publicist for the movie and acclaimed biographer of its director, the book delves into the complete story of this cultural phenomenon. From the real-life exorcism in 1949 that inspired William Peter Blatty's bestselling novel, to the many sequels, prequels, TV series, and homages, Segaloff examines the making of the movie and its aftermath. He draws on original interviews with cast, crew, and participants, as well as revelations from personal papers, to present a new and intriguing view of the film's creation. The Exorcist Legacy reveals the keys to the movie's enduring appeal, including its ambitious goal to challenge viewers' deepest personal beliefs and fears. With a foreword from John Russo, author and cowriter of the seminal horror film Night of the Living Dead, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of horror cinema.

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