This is a very well-made horror drama, a story about a young girl named Emily Rose (Jennifer Carpenter), who dies after an exorcism was performed on her by a Father Moore (Tom Wilkinson). He is subsequently arrested on suspicion of negligent homicide, but his attorney Erin Bruner (Laura Linney) attempts to defend him on the account that the exorcism is a true story.
While this is not your typical ghost horror movie, you do get some creepy moments courtesy of the exorcism scenes. But the dramatic moments of Erin Bruner going through challenges and obstacles to prove Father Moore's innocence deliver great suspense and intrigue and will keep you glued to the TV. Add onto the excitement is Erin Bruner's own personal backstory of her law career and her love/hate relationship with her boss.
The acting was superb - everybody gave a convincing performance. The courtroom drama will make you empathize with Father Moore and root for a positive outcome in the court case. Even the witnesses in the trial add onto the tension of the atmosphere. A highly recommended horror film.
Grade A.
While this is not your typical ghost horror movie, you do get some creepy moments courtesy of the exorcism scenes. But the dramatic moments of Erin Bruner going through challenges and obstacles to prove Father Moore's innocence deliver great suspense and intrigue and will keep you glued to the TV. Add onto the excitement is Erin Bruner's own personal backstory of her law career and her love/hate relationship with her boss.
The acting was superb - everybody gave a convincing performance. The courtroom drama will make you empathize with Father Moore and root for a positive outcome in the court case. Even the witnesses in the trial add onto the tension of the atmosphere. A highly recommended horror film.
Grade A.