Regan MacNeil
The Exorcist (1973)
The lore
A 12-year-old girl possessed by the demon Pazuzu, and two priests who battle it. Loosely based on a 1949 case.
The look
- White nightgown
- Matted hair
- Green-gray makeup
- Fake vomit optional
Behind the screams
It was the first horror film nominated for Best Picture and won two Oscars (adapted screenplay, sound).
Credits
- Created by
- William Peter Blatty (novel & screenplay)
- William Friedkin (director)
- Brought to life by
- Linda Blair
- Demon voice by Mercedes McCambridge
- Makeup by Dick Smith
