Irish Film Institute -REVIEW ROUND-UP: THE EXORCIST, STOP MAKING SENSE & THE OLD OAK

REVIEW ROUND-UP: THE EXORCIST, STOP MAKING SENSE & THE OLD OAK

This week’s titles at the Irish Film Institute from Friday, 29th September 2023 includes The Exorcist, Stop Making Sense, and The Old Oak. Read on for a selection of reviews or pop in to make up your own mind!

THE EXORCIST

“Friedkin’s head-swivelling horror is still diabolically inspired.” 5/5 – The Guardian 

“If movies are, among other things, opportunities for escapism, then “The Exorcist” is one of the most powerful ever made.” 4/4 – Roger Ebert (1973) 

“After Nearly Five Decades, It’s Still Terrifying” – Collider 

STOP MAKING SENSE

“Its poetic power is as potent as ever.” 5/5 – The Guardian 

“Practically sparks with the synergy between filmmaker and subject.” 5/5 – Empire 

“’Stop Making Sense’ is still burning down the house” – NPR 

“A work of pure, cathartic power.” – Screen Daily 

THE OLD OAK

“Loach’s last orders deliver a generous round” 4/5 – The Irish Times 

“Loach’s poetic final film deals with racism and immigration but leaves us with hope too” – Independent.ie 

“A ringing statement of faith in compassion for the oppressed.” 4/5 – The Guardian 

“Loach and Laverty’s latest work is essential viewing.” – Totally Dublin 

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