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New Delhi .There are some such films in the world of horror films, whose impact remains among the audience even decades after their release. The Exorcist is included in such films. This horror film, released in the year 1973, not only scared the audience during its time but also made a big mark in the film industry. Even after more than five decades, it is counted among the important films of horror cinema.

Directed by William Friedkin, The Exorcist revolves around a 12-year-old girl, Regan. Regan lives in a big house with her mother. In the story, after she tries to contact the spirits through a mysterious board, circumstances change rapidly and the girl begins to see unusual changes in her behavior.

After this her mother seeks help to save her daughter. A series of religious rituals and scary incidents unfold further in the film. For this reason, the film got a place among the most popular and frightening horror films of its time.

What was special about The Exorcist wasn't just its scary subject matter. The film also played an important role in giving the horror genre serious cinematic recognition during that period. It received Oscar nominations in nine different categories. It was considered a remarkable achievement at that time for a horror film to be included in the awards race on such a large scale.

The film won awards in two categories out of nine nominations. It received awards for Best Writing, Screenplay and Best Sound. Apart from this, the work of the film's cast and technical team also received widespread appreciation. Its success at the Oscars made it one of the most popular films in the horror genre.

Regan was played by actress Linda Blair in the film. She became quite famous after this role. However, controversy also arose regarding the subject matter of the film. Some religious groups objected to the film's story and its depiction of Satan.

According to reports, Linda Blair also received threats after the release of the film. Considering the circumstances, the film's distributor studio had provided bodyguards for several months for his safety. This incident brought the controversy to the film into further discussion.

Despite the passage of time, the popularity of The Exorcist has not diminished. The film is still remembered among horror film fans for its story, atmosphere, acting, and fear-inducing presentation. The film's IMDb rating is said to be 8.1, indicating its long-standing popularity.

The achievements of The Exorcist also show that horror cinema is not limited to just scaring. With a strong story, impressive acting and technical presentation, films of this genre can also make their place in prestigious film awards. The Exorcist presented an important example in this direction.

Today, with the increasing trend of re-watching old films, The Exorcist is also reaching a new generation of viewers. The film can be watched on digital platforms with rental options. Although the film is several decades old, its influence is still visible in horror cinema.