Anthony hopkins is as excellent as ever, but hes no match for the rite s dawdling pace and lack of chills or colin odonoghues tentative performance in the leading. Spoilers for the ritual both the novel and film adaptation follow. For generations, other religions and cultures have put their children through a rite of passage to adulthood. Yet, there are some modern easiness crept into the film, may be to make the audience easy or make a. Whats his face costars with anthony hopkins in a supernatural thriller exorcism style. Sorcery book a rite of swords, book 7 in the sorcerers ring. It should be noted that the movie was actually based on just a 55page proposal for the book, which. The real horror story behind the rite december 2, 2014 by realhorrorstories leave a comment the rite starring sir anthony hopkins was released in 2007 and could be easily mistaken for yet another movie attempting to cash in on the exorcist frenzy that has existed since the 1970s. The rite the book and movie updated catholic is christian. The making of a modern exorcist, which itself is based on supposedly real events as witnessed and recounted by american thenexorcistintraining father gary thomas and his experiences of being sent to rome to be trained and work daily. I have read the book by gabriele amorth an exorcist tells his story, the chief exorcist of the diocese of rome, and though there are many similarities, some aspects are more dramatized in the movie and strangely some more harrowing in the book.
The rite is a scary, very effective supernatural thriller with genuine, triumphant christian faith. Although the theology of demonic possession is bent a little for dramatic effect, the movie presents a very intriguing and mostly genuine representation of a christian view of the spirit world. Jan 29, 2011 the rite is remarkably dull where its most obvious predecessor, the exorcist, was sharp as a switchblade. The book is nonfiction and follows the training of san francisco priest father gary thomas as he journeys to rome to learn the trade of exorcism the movie character michael kovak is said to be based on a chicagoarea exorcist. Hidden figures movie vs the true story of katherine johnson, nasa. If you are a fan of horror or metal let me know your thoughts about the film or novel in the. The rite is remarkably dull where its most obvious predecessor, the exorcist, was sharp as a switchblade. The elements in the movie are taken from examples provided in the book. The opening credits state that the movie is suggested by the book by matt baglio which is called the rite. What might you have changed in the movie if you were making it. The book is a straightforward account of what matt baglio found, and the result of his research on the history of exorcism.
Rite of passage from the movie courageous book at christian. Jan 28, 2011 i have read the book by gabriele amorth an exorcist tells his story, the chief exorcist of the diocese of rome, and though there are many similarities, some aspects are more dramatized in the movie and strangely some more harrowing in the book. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing the rite of passage near you. In an era of aging preadults and wandering adultolescents, pastorwriterfather of four jim mcbride gives parents a practical tool to launch their children into lives with purpose. Second, the burning of books scene in the movie like that in fahrenheit 451 and the day after tomorrow is simply sickening to bibliophiles like me. The ritual is an alternate englishlanguage title for ingmar bergmans the rite riten. Suggested by the book by matt baglio, screenwriter michael petroni the chronicles of narnia. Colin odonoghue is the newminted priest with a truckload. Jan 28, 2011 and thats exactly what the rite feels like. Its the gripping tale of a san jose, california, priest, father gary thomas, who at his bishops request went to rome to study exorcism.
According to radio producer nick thomm mp3, the book and film were written simultaneously so the movie cant really be said to be based on the book. Many people are aware of the jewish practice of the bar. The ritual tells the very original story of a bunch of. Although there is debate as to the genre, the rite packs thrills and dark subject matter into a religious film some feel qualifies as horror. Rather it seems there was inspiration and collaboration. Baglios book was one of deep probing questions about the reality of exorcism vs. But keep in mind that a bad book takes as long to write as a good one, and every author deserves fair treatment.
As hopkins appears onscreen, the rite slips into gear and grows solemn and effective. This too is from the book by matt baglio, although in the book, this priest is italian. According to the rite true story, father gary thomas, who is portrayed by actor colin odonoghue in the movie, attended exorcism classes, among others, during his nine month stay. Key, important details from both the book and movie adaptations of stephen kings it are in play in this feature if you. Anthony hopkins is as excellent as ever, but hes no match for the rites dawdling pace and lack of chills or colin odonoghues tentative performance in the leading. Made for swedish television in 1969, this short film was bergmans revenge against those who opposed his. Igor stravinskys the rite of spring is a modern masterpiece and it is a shame that it has become eponymous to this film. The making of a modern exorcist by matt baglio 304 pp.
Enders game is a movie released back in late 20, but that movie was based on a much older book series by orson scott card. It is deeply catholic in its sensibilities, though i think. While hes in rome, michael meets an unorthodox priest, father lucas anthony hopkins, who introduces him to the darker side of his faith, uncovering the devils reach even to one of the holiest places on earth. Jan 28, 2011 whats his face costars with anthony hopkins in a supernatural thriller exorcism style. And how does a father call out the man or woman in his growing children. It should be noted that the movie was actually based on just a 55page proposal for the book, which might in part explain some of the movie s deviations. Richard brener, merideth finn and robert bernacchi serve as executive producers, with mark tuohy coproducing. The rite is een amerikaanshongaarsitaliaanse thrillerhorrorfilm uit 2011 onder regie van mikael hafstrom. Did he she match what you imagined from reading the book. If youre looking for a good story to thrill you, watch the movie. The rite is theological and supernatural horror because it is faith seeking understanding in terrifying and inexplicable circumstances.
The side of the skeptic is kept in the mix at all times, and i loved the eerie mood maintained throughout the horror movie. Colin odonoghue portrays michael kovak, an american man whose family insists he become either a mortician or a priest. Unfortunately either baglias material left little wiggle room or. In 2007, the vatican announced a new initiative to educate clergy in the rite of exorcism. Inconsistent acting, terrible dialog, no sense of pacing, horrible music and audio mixing, and nonsensical editing make for one of the least enjoyable movies i have ever seen. The inspiration for the movie the rite, starring anthony hopkins, this book provides a uniquely intimate glimpse into the chilling world of a reallife roman catholic exorcist. Dec 02, 2014 the real horror story behind the rite december 2, 2014 by realhorrorstories leave a comment the rite starring sir anthony hopkins was released in 2007 and could be easily mistaken for yet another movie attempting to cash in on the exorcist frenzy that has existed since the 1970s. Jan 28, 2011 the rite follows skeptical seminary student michael kovak, who reluctantly attends exorcism school at the vatican. The rite is a 2011 supernatural horror film directed by mikael hafstrom and written by michael petroni. The rite book did the real michael kovak take classes in rome to become an exorcist.
And so with a few name changes to protect the innocent michael petroni adapted this book for the screen and in doing so developed a very understandable survey of the. The movie was inspired by true events and based on a book by matt baglia. The voyage of the dawn treader penned a script that has some interesting notions about spirituality. Jan 26, 2011 this too is from the book by matt baglio, although in the book, this priest is italian. Its too bad the rest of the movie doesnt live up to him. Journalist baglio follows a catholic priest through the latters training to become an exorcist in this incisive look at the churchs rite of exorcism and its use in contemporary life. The voyage of the dawn treader, suggested by the book by matt baglio. Horror bound had a staff book club this summer and we all read the ritual by adam nevill. Unfortunately either baglias material left little wiggle room or screenwriter michael petroni is inept with dialogue. The ritual finally hit over 300 cinemas last friday to an enthusiastic response from critics and horror fans. What are your feelings about the main character in the book vs. However, hopkinss hammy display serves the rite well, if.
The rite stars one of my favorite actors, anthony hopkins. Mar 16, 2011 but the book is much better than the movie. The screenplay is by michael petroni the chronicles of narnia. Harsh judgments are difficult to prove and can give readers the sense that you were unfair in your assessment. With the church receiving an estimated halfmillion exorcism requests annually, roman catholic officials stated they wanted priests in every diocese trained to expel demons. About this book in the rite, journalist matt baglio uses the astonishing story of one american priests training as an exorcist to reveal that the phenomena of possession, demons, the devil, and exorcism are not merely a remnant of the archaic past, but remain a fearsome power in many peoples lives even today. Really, the main reason to watch the rite is to see hopkins the silence of the lambs back in full hannibal lecterstyle swing, chewing on his lines and salivating over his verbs, using his blocky body, beady eyes, and naughty trolls smile to suggest terrifying menace.
Anthony hopkins is a veteran exorcist who shows a novice the tricks of the trade, so to speak, in the rite, a decidedly sober supernatural thriller about demonic possession that stands in stark contrast to the gymnastic pyrotechnics of the exorcism of emily rose and the last exorcism. The rite follows skeptical seminary student michael kovak, who reluctantly attends exorcism school at the vatican. Jan 27, 2011 suggested by the book by matt baglio, screenwriter michael petroni the chronicles of narnia. New line cinema presents, a contrafilm production, a mikael hafstrom film, the rite. Hopkins delivers an excellent performance in this duel role. The voyage of the dawn treader penned a script that. Mention exorcism to the average american and the first thought is likely to be about a movie. Unfortunately some people are bothered by the lead in the movie. This month the rite opens at movie theaters across the united states. This does not appear in margot lee shetterlys hidden figures book, on which the movie is based, and seems to be an element of fiction created by the filmmakers. In 2198, one hundred and fifty years after the desperate wars that destroyed an overpopulated earth, man lives precariously on a hundred hastilyestablished colony worlds and in the seven giant ships that once ferried men to the stars. Subtlety is not the strong suit of sir anthony hopkins, who plays father lucas trevant, the best beelzebubbuster in all of vatican city. An admittedly quick search showed me that the other books in the series by other, i mean the ones not titled enders game seem to have a bit of a bad rap. Meet real exorcist michael kovak and the real father lucas trevant, gary.
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