The Rite (2011)

	Directed by: Mikael Håfström	COUNTRY USA GENRE Thriller/Horror NORWEGIAN TITLE The Rite RUNNING TIME 113 minutes
	Produced by: Beau Flynn Tripp Vinson
	Written by: Matt Baglio Michael Petroni

Cast includes:
CHARACTER	ACTOR/ACTRESS	RATING
Michael Kovak	Colin O'Donoghue
Father Lucas	Anthony Hopkins
Angelina Vargas	Alice Bragga
Istvan Kovak	Rutger Hauer
Rosaria	Marta Gastini
Aunt Andria	Maria Grazia Cucinotta
Father Xavier	Ciarán Hinds
Father Matthew	Toby Jones

Review

Anthony Hopkins' bravura physical performance as a semi-burnt-out exorcist keeps this thematically rehashed film, about possessing demons and various members of the clergy trying to fight them off, half afloat. Unfortunately, there is not much else inspiring here, neither in the weary, long-winded script, nor in Swede Mikael Håfström's sleepy direction. The film lacks edge in almost every respect, and tries half-heartedly to compensate with stylish sets, Freudian explanations and forceful acting. The latter is the most effective of the three, with young Italian actress Marta Gastini putting in a sparkling performance alongside Hopkins.

Copyright © 18.08.2011 Fredrik Gunerius Fevang

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