The Revenge of Two Exorcists
The Revenge of Two Exorcists

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The Revenge of Two Exorcists

1975
Movie
94 min
Mandarin

THE REVENGE OF THE TWO EXORCISTS (1975) is another rarity; this one from Lai Sheng Ying, a cinematographer turned director. Based on a Chinese folk tale, according to the article, all the stars are new faces and a portion of the film was shot in Japan.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Ferdinando BaldiGenres: Horror, Gore

Plot Summary

In a remote village plagued by a demonic presence, a young woman seeks the help of a disgraced priest who has previously failed in an exorcism. As the demonic forces intensify, they uncover a dark conspiracy involving the local villagers and a sinister cult. The priest and his ally must confront their past failures and gather the courage to face the evil head-on before the village is consumed entirely.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Revenge of Two Exorcists' received mixed to negative reviews from critics, often being described as a gratuitous and low-budget horror film. Audiences, particularly fans of Italian horror and gore films of the era, had a more polarized reception, with some appreciating its over-the-top violence and atmosphere, while others found it lacking in substance and coherent storytelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is noted for its explicit gore and violent set pieces, which some viewers found shocking.

  • Criticism was often directed at the thin plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • It is sometimes praised for its atmospheric, albeit amateurish, execution of horror tropes.

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Fun Fact

The film was released in some territories under the title 'The Exorcism of a Possession', adding to its confusing distribution history.

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