The film begins in Iraq where we are introduced to Father Merrin (Max Von Sydow). While on a archeological dig, he feels the call of battle. It seems the dark lord wants a rematch (see "Exorcist II: The Heretic" for more info on their past encounters). But where will this battle take place??? Little Regan (Linda Blair) seems to have a new friend, Captain Howdy (aka "Satan's Minions") and he doesn't want to play nice. Strange things are a mist at the McNeil household. After a battery of very painful test and being labeled a complete lunatic, they realize that Regan isn't quite herself. When all else fails turn to the church, right??? That when a priest (Jason Miller), who at the time is questioning his own faith, is called in to do battle with the demons of Hell. He is joined later by Father Merrin (Max Von Sydow), a seasoned pro when it comes to sparring with Beelzebub. Holy water and green puke fly from every imaginable angle as this battle of good and evil rages. In the end who is the real winner? E-mail me. A great movie that makes us all question our faithful or faithless lives. Great effects (legendary green puke, spinning head, etc) ala Dick Smith and a very eerie atmosphere. The score is outstanding. One of the best ever. Overall, one of the most complete and entrancing horror films to all time
