⭐⭐☆☆☆
The Exorcism had an idea that could’ve been interesting — a troubled actor getting pulled into something real while filming a horror movie — but honestly, most of it just felt… basic. It never really became the scary, memorable horror experience it seemed to promise, and only a few moments actually grabbed my attention.
Directed by Joshua John Miller, the movie follows Anthony Miller (played by Russell Crowe), a once-respected actor whose life and career have fallen apart. He takes a role in a supernatural horror film, hoping to jump-start things, and weird stuff starts happening — whether it’s stress, addiction relapses, or actual paranormal forces is never made especially clear. Alongside him, his daughter Lee tries to keep him grounded while everyone around them deals with creeping chaos.
If there’s one thing that worked for me, it was Russell Crowe. He’s clearly giving it his all, and even though the material around him isn’t always great, he carries what scenes are here with a kind of grounded intensity. When he’s on screen, there’s something to watch.
But the rest? It ends up feeling pretty ordinary. The story is thin, and it jumps between mood swings without ever finding strong footing in character or tension. There are some moments that hint at deeper themes about trauma and struggle, but they don’t get the time or clarity they deserve. Some parts feel more like filler than actual story beats, and a lot of the horror elements barely register as scary by most standards.
The supporting cast does what they can, but nothing truly stands out beyond Crowe — performances overall are solid but forgettable, and the movie never really builds suspense the way it ought to. If you go in expecting something original or genuinely frightening, you’re likely to walk away wishing for more.
Final Rating: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
The Exorcism has a couple of decent moments and one strong lead performance, but on the whole it feels like a missed opportunity. A basic, uneven horror flick that doesn’t quite deliver the thrills or depth it aims for.
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