December 26, 1973: The best horror movie was released today. The power of Christ compels you on Boxing Day!!
Based on William Peter Blatty’s 1971 novel The Exorcist, starring Linda Blair, Ellen Burstyn, Jason Miller and Max von Sydow, it was released in cinemas.
The book told of the supposedly true events of a Catholic priest’s attempts to exorcise an obsessed American teenager named Roland Doe in the late 1940s. The novel changed several details, such as the sex of the possessed child.
The production of the film was considered cursed, ranging from unfortunate events such as a fire on set to the deaths of actors such as Jack MacGowran and Vasiliki Maliaros, who died during post-production of the film.
At its premiere, The Exorcist proved to be a huge box office success and startled audiences like never before.
In fact, part of The Exorcist’s legacy is the controversy it sparked when it was released. The “scariest movie of all time” was notoriously subjected to protests, censorship and even a ban on showing in certain areas and sparked a hysteria that still horrified the crowds.
It proved to be too much for some viewers, as fainting and vomiting were reported in the corridors. The thing is that it wasn’t the headbangers, spider walks, or crucifix scenes (if you know, you know) that made people faint, but a scene in which young Regan gets a realistic-looking angiography. The sequence was praised by medical professionals, who described it as a realistic presentation of the procedure. British comedian Graeme Garden, who has a medical degree, did not share this opinion. In his review for The New Scientist, he said the scene was “really disturbing” — he called it “the really irresponsible aspect of this movie.”
Despite allegations of heresy, alleged subliminal imagery, and the medical scene mentioned above, the film became the first horror film to be nominated for an Oscar — it received 10 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, and won two Oscars in 1974: Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Sound Mix — and almost half a century since its release, The Exorcist remains one of the best horror films of all time.
And considering that it turns 50 next year, you can assume that CNNBreakingNews.net Culture will be everywhere like the demon Pazuzu on a vulnerable soul. Be warned.
Also on this day:
“What’s the news? “The start of Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration of family, community and culture that shapes African American heritage.
It is celebrated every year from December 26 to January 1. Every day, observers greet each other with “Habri Gani,” which means “What’s new? “means.
Kwanzaa was founded in 1966 by black nationalist Ron Karenga. The name is derived from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” which means “first fruits.” The celebration was created to help people reconnect with their African culture and heritage.
During Kwanzaa, people decorate their homes with colorful art (the colors of Kwanzaa are black, red, and green) and African fabrics. Fresh fruit is served as a centerpiece on the tables to represent African idealism. The celebrations also include rituals for lighting candles, music, and zawadi (gifts) such as books and historical symbols presented to children.
Speaking of candles and colors, Kwanzaa is watched with Kinara, a Swahili word that means candle holder. There are seven candles in the Kinara: three red (left), three green (right) and a single black candle placed in the middle. The candles are called Mishumaa, which means seven candles. Here’s the breakdown:
The three red candles are Umoja (unity) on 26.12., Kujichagulia (self-determination) on 27.12. and Ujima (collective work and responsibility) on 28.12.
The central black candle is Ujaama (Cooperative Economics) on 29.12.
The three green candles are Nia (purpose) on 30.12., Kuumba (creativity) on 31.12., Imani (faith) on 01/01.
December 26, 1973: The best horror movie was released today. The power of Christ compels you on Boxing Day!!
Based on William Peter Blatty’s 1971 novel The Exorcist, starring Linda Blair, Ellen Burstyn, Jason Miller and Max von Sydow, it was released in cinemas.
The book told of the supposedly true events of a Catholic priest’s attempts to exorcise an obsessed American teenager named Roland Doe in the late 1940s. The novel changed several details, such as the sex of the possessed child.
The production of the film was considered cursed, ranging from unfortunate events such as a fire on set to the deaths of actors such as Jack MacGowran and Vasiliki Maliaros, who died during post-production of the film.
At its premiere, The Exorcist proved to be a huge box office success and startled audiences like never before.
In fact, part of The Exorcist’s legacy is the controversy it sparked when it was released. The “scariest movie of all time” was notoriously subjected to protests, censorship and even a ban on showing in certain areas and sparked a hysteria that still horrified the crowds.
It proved to be too much for some viewers, as fainting and vomiting were reported in the corridors. The thing is that it wasn’t the headbangers, spider walks, or crucifix scenes (if you know, you know) that made people faint, but a scene in which young Regan gets a realistic-looking angiography. The sequence was praised by medical professionals, who described it as a realistic presentation of the procedure. British comedian Graeme Garden, who has a medical degree, did not share this opinion. In his review for The New Scientist, he said the scene was “really disturbing” — he called it “the really irresponsible aspect of this movie.”
Despite allegations of heresy, alleged subliminal imagery, and the medical scene mentioned above, the film became the first horror film to be nominated for an Oscar — it received 10 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, and won two Oscars in 1974: Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Sound Mix — and almost half a century since its release, The Exorcist remains one of the best horror films of all time.
And considering that it turns 50 next year, you can assume that CNNBreakingNews.net Culture will be everywhere like the demon Pazuzu on a vulnerable soul. Be warned.
Also on this day:
“What’s the news? “The start of Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration of family, community and culture that shapes African American heritage.
It is celebrated every year from December 26 to January 1. Every day, observers greet each other with “Habri Gani,” which means “What’s new? “means.
Kwanzaa was founded in 1966 by black nationalist Ron Karenga. The name is derived from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” which means “first fruits.” The celebration was created to help people reconnect with their African culture and heritage.
During Kwanzaa, people decorate their homes with colorful art (the colors of Kwanzaa are black, red, and green) and African fabrics. Fresh fruit is served as a centerpiece on the tables to represent African idealism. The celebrations also include rituals for lighting candles, music, and zawadi (gifts) such as books and historical symbols presented to children.
Speaking of candles and colors, Kwanzaa is watched with Kinara, a Swahili word that means candle holder. There are seven candles in the Kinara: three red (left), three green (right) and a single black candle placed in the middle. The candles are called Mishumaa, which means seven candles. Here’s the breakdown:
The three red candles are Umoja (unity) on 26.12., Kujichagulia (self-determination) on 27.12. and Ujima (collective work and responsibility) on 28.12.
The central black candle is Ujaama (Cooperative Economics) on 29.12.
The three green candles are Nia (purpose) on 30.12., Kuumba (creativity) on 31.12., Imani (faith) on 01/01.