- Hollywood is huge representation of our culture
- The last decades have seen many controversial pictures hit the big screen
The 1970s was a time for exploration, self-discovery, and finding new ways to interpret old art forms. The cinema was going through quite a few changes of its own during those days, and Hollywood produced some incredibly memorable films that pushed the boundaries of what was comfortable to watch. William Friedkin's The Exorcist was right up there with them!
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These Films Pushed The Limits To The Edge
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The Exorcist debuted in 1973 and is still one of the most controversial films of all time. The film adaptation of the novel by the same name, showed us a visual horror that no other production has managed to do. The scenes with the demon-possessed “Regan”, who was just twelve years old, were so disturbing that the audience sometimes passed out... Watch the video above to learn more!
