48. The Exorcist (1973) What can I saw about this fim that hasn't already been said multiple times over nearly half a century, a classic of the horror genre which easily stands the test of time.

49. The Exorcist III (1990) Underrated second sequel (best to skip Exorcist II: The Heretic anyway) to the 1973 original. For me, this film has an air of creeping dread that I absolutely love, the pacing, camera work, lighting and sound all work to maintain that atmosphere through most of the run time. Actually, sound is very important in this movie and the original, both use music very sparingly, in The Exorcist it's almost always during transitions, while dialog and naturally occuring sounds/sound effects/foley work define the main body of most scenes. The Exorcist III takes a similar approach, and also makes use of simple, sustained ambient passages, choir, chant and low growling noises to accentuate the feeling of unease. Two more manditory Halloween season favorites.