Reposted by Travis StevensJohn Turturro's Sweater @craigsimpson70.bsky.social · 26/09/2026What I like best about BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL is that it's not a "stirring defense" of a reviled movie, a widespread practice that is 100% unconvincing and enervating. It's saying that artists deserve the right to fail, a quite different and ultimately more generous level of engagement. 0233
Reposted by Travis StevensLight House Cinema @lighthousecinema.bsky.social · 26/09/2026On Sunday, October 4, we will be screening EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC along with the documentary about the film's troubled production, BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL. 051
Reposted by Travis StevensThe Film Canary @thefilmcanary.bsky.social · 26/09/2026#100HappyDays 2026 No 14: Just been to see this great documentary about one of the derided sequels ever made, and whilst you don't come away from the film going "Exorcist II is great after all", at least you can appreciate what it was trying to do and what it did get right a bit better.boxd.itA ★★★★ review of Boorman and the Devil (2025)Film documentaries can be rather dry affairs a lot of the time, but this one makes for fascinating viewing simply by virtue of the fact that it's about a film with... a reputation. I actually did an a... 262
Reposted by Travis StevensBertha DocHouse @berthadochouse.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Boorman and the Devil details how Academy Award-nominated director John Boorman took on the massive 1977 sequel Exorcist II: The Heretic. He turned down standard horror tropes for a high-budget, metaphysical misfire that became one of Hollywood’s most famous box-office disasters. Screens 4 Oct. 041
Reposted by Travis StevensAlonso Duralde @aduralde.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Boorman and the Devil is now available via VOD. #filmsky 📽 @davidkittredge.bsky.socialyoutu.beBoorman and the Devil (2026) - Critics SpotYouTube video by Yellow Veil Pictures 1429
Reposted by Travis StevensNathan Francis @nathanfrancis79.bsky.social · 23/09/2026#BoormanAndTheDevil #Film #Review – enjoyable re-evaluation of the disaster that was #ExorcistII: The Heretic #JohnBoorman generously details the mortifying experience of making a sequel to 1973 hit #horror #TheExorcist, which was widely and unfairly panned www.theguardian.com/film/2026/se...theguardian.comBoorman and the Devil review – enjoyable re-evaluation of the disaster that was Exorcist II: The HereticJohn Boorman generously details the mortifying experience of making a sequel to 1973 hit horror The Exorcist, which was widely and unfairly panned 021
Reposted by Travis Stevensweinberg @weinbergs.bsky.social · 22/09/2026been dying to see this documentary, and it did not disappoint. highly recommended, regardless of your opinion of Exorcist 2. 6495
Reposted by Travis StevensSean Burns @splicedpersonality.bsky.social · 17/09/2026One of the best movies I’ve seen about the making of a movie, David Kittredge’s BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL opens this weekend at the Coolidge Corner Theatre. I raved about it back in March during the Boston Underground Film Festival.splicedpersonality.substack.comBUFF Review - Boorman and the DevilA documentary directed by David Kittredge. 1134
Reposted by Travis StevensOdie Henderson @ NYFF @odienator.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Pazuzu made me give you this freebie of my review of BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL. Pazuzu wanted me to inform you that it is exactly 666 words long, something he made me do. Pazuzu sez listen to Ennio Morricone while reading the review he possessed me to write. Pazuzu Pazuzu Pazuzu! youtu.be/8iIZb0gOmFQ 072
Reposted by Travis StevensLight House Cinema @lighthousecinema.bsky.social · 19/09/2026On October 4, we will be screening EXORCIST II along with the documentary about the film's troubled production, BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL. Exorcist II 🎟 www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/the-ex… Boorman And The Devil 🎟 www.lighthousecinema.ie/film/boorma… 031
Reposted by Travis StevensPhiladelphia Film Society @filmadelphia.org · 09/09/2026THIS WEEK AT PFS: Legacy sequel PRACTICAL MAGIC 2 hits the East (with BYOB on 9/17!), + EXORCIST II documentary BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL & indie drama UNION COUNTY (with Q&A from filmmaker Adam Meeks and star Will Poulter on 9/13 at 4:40) come to the Bourse! Tickets & showtimes: bit.ly/4xaLQi5 021
Reposted by Travis StevensNadine Whitney @nadinewhitney.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Playing at SUFF 2026 BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL is a brilliant documentary about a notorious flop. Review for @thecurbau.bsky.social www.thecurb.com.au/boorman-and-...thecurb.com.auBoorman and the Devil is a treat for film enthusiasts as it respectfully investigates a notorious flopAlmost enough to revisit Exorcist II: The Heretic with new eyes, although even the stars of the film don’t recommend that. 063
Reposted by Travis StevensBertha DocHouse @berthadochouse.bsky.social · 06/09/2026Boorman and the Devil details how Academy Award-nominated director John Boorman took on the massive 1977 sequel Exorcist II: The Heretic, turning down standard horror tropes for a high-budget, metaphysical misfire that became one of Hollywood's most famous box-office disasters. Screens Sun 4 Oct. 041
Reposted by Travis StevensSaranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension @sarahstubbssays.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Remember how I mentioned a new byline coming? Here she is! I finally got to see and write about Boorman and the Devil, which I loved! Check out my review!! #HorrorSky #FilmSky 13210
Reposted by Travis StevensNorthwest Film Forum @nwfilmforum.bsky.social · 03/09/2026What originally lived as rumor and legend is finally exposed in BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL, the new tell-all documentary about how John Boorman’s set descended to hell. Join us for PAZUZU’S WINGS: AN EXORCIST II DOUBLE FEATURE. Your head to spin from all the truly insane stories from behind the scenes. 093
Reposted by Travis StevensDavid Kittredge @davidkittredge.bsky.social · 01/09/2026BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL is in the @nytimes.com! Link in comments! 2153
Travis Stevens @travisstevens.bsky.social · 30/08/2026 “Turning light back into money…” - John Boorman Congratulations @davidkittredge.bsky.social and @yellowveilpictures.bsky.social on the strong start! 041
Reposted by Travis StevensSimon Abrams @simonsaybrams.bsky.social · 29/08/2026New Yorkers! Come see @davidkittredge.bsky.social’s heartbreaking, crowd pleasing doc BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL, all about the unmaking of EXORCIST II, tonight at the Quad. David will be doing Q&A after the 6:45pm show and I’ll be moderating the Q&A. More info here: quadcinema.com/film/boorman...quadcinema.comBoorman and the Devil — Quad CinemaEstablished in 1972, Quad Cinema is New York's original multi-screen cinema. 093
Reposted by Travis StevensWilliam Bibbiani @williambibbiani.bsky.social · 28/08/2026BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL captures the amazing creativity that went into EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC, the gradual, horrifying realization that it was going all wrong, and the mayhem that followed. My review of an exceptional doc about how brilliant artists make foolish decisions is at @thewrap.com!thewrap.com'Boorman and the Devil' Review: Frank, Fascinating Documentary Explores the Good Intentions Behind 'Exorcist II'David Kittredge's exceptional exposé celebrates the artistry and intellect that produced one of Hollywood's stinkiest flops. 1182
Reposted by Travis StevensDavid Kittredge @davidkittredge.bsky.social · 29/08/2026BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL is on EW's Hot List!ew.com‘Death of the Pastor’s Wife,’ an ‘Exorcist’ documentary, and the ‘Furious’ finale top this week’s Must ListSee EW’s top pop culture picks for the week, including the Netflix docuseries ‘Death of the Pastor’s Wife,’ an ‘Exorcist’ documentary, and the ‘Furious’ finale on Hulu. 062
Reposted by Travis StevensBilge Ebiri @bilgeebiri.bsky.social · 28/08/2026David Kittredge’s incredibly entertaining BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL, about the making of John Boorman’s EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC, finally opens this week. I’m in it, so I can’t review it, but I wrote about it anyway: www.vulture.com/article/i-ca...vulture.comI Can’t Review This Movie, But You Should See It AnywayWatching myself in the insightful new doc Boorman and the Devil, about the troubled 1977 sequel to The Exorcist, was a very strange experience. 0182
Reposted by Travis StevensTrailers From Hell @trailersfromhell.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Recent @moviesthatmademe.bsky.social pod guest @davidkittredge.bsky.social's great new Exorcist II doc Boorman and the Devil kicks off an award-qualifying theatrical run this Friday, 8/28 at The Quad in NYC. It expands to 30+ screens next week. See it... IF YOU DARE! www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_Vj...youtube.comBoorman and the Devil (2026) - Official TrailerYouTube video by Yellow Veil Pictures 0136
Reposted by Travis StevensDavid Willoughby @davidwilloughby.bsky.social · 13/08/2026BREAKING: Boorman and the Devil has *finally* got a UK theatrical release date. 25th September, if you please 🎞️👹 1101
Reposted by Travis StevensFilm Independent @filmindependent.org · 10/08/2026The #FiPresents LA Muse screening of ‘Boorman and the Devil’ with writer/director David Kittredge and moderator Jenn Wilson (Senior Programmer, Film Independent). Presented by Ashby & Graff Real Estate. See it in theaters AUG 28! 📸: Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images 021
Reposted by Travis StevensPure Cinema Podcast @purecinemapod.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Today we have a special bonus episode! An interview with BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL director @davidkittredge.bsky.social! David tells about how the doc came to be and also offers pairings for 5 of his favorite John Boorman films! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b... 1165
Reposted by Travis StevensTrailers From Hell @trailersfromhell.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Our podcast @moviesthatmademe.bsky.social returns this week! Boorman and the Devil director @davidkittredge.bsky.social walks hosts @thejoedante.bsky.social & @josholson.bsky.social through the movies he loves that a lot of other people think are terrible! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b... 194
Reposted by Travis StevensMichael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 12/08/2026SO. MANY. LOCUSTS. On this week's @midnightmasspod.bsky.social, Peaches and I are celebrating 1977's EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC! We're joined by BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL filmmaker @davidkittredge.bsky.social to talk Blair, Boorman, the artist's journey, & more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis... 0206
Reposted by Travis StevensMike Calia @mikecalia.bsky.social · 02/08/2026boxd.it/fyLJbjboxd.itA ★★★★ review of Boorman and the Devil (2025)You just want to hug John Boorman at the end of this. Also fitting that Joe Dante is in this. If anyone knows about making a bugfuck sequel to an enormous hit on the company’s dime … 011
Reposted by Travis StevensBloody Disgusting @bloody-disgusting.com · 30/07/2026OFFICIAL TRAILER - The troubled production of The Exorcist II gets the spotlight in documentary BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL. The true story of how one of the world's greatest filmmakers made one of the most hated movies ever. In theaters starting August 28. 413838
Reposted by Travis StevensDavid Kittredge @davidkittredge.bsky.social · 23/07/2026"David Kittredge's BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL offers an insightful and sympathetic look at one of cinema's most despised sequels, and the people who made it." [4.5/5 STARS]irishfilmcritic.comMovie Review: David Kittredge’s “Boorman And The Devil” Goes Behind The Scenes Of The Making Of One Of The Biggest Misfires In Cinematic History - Irish Film CriticAfter directing “Point Blank” and “Deliverance,” John Boorman was offered to direct “Exorcist II: The Heretic.” The film became a massive failure, nearly ending his career. Years later, cast and filmm... 0143
Reposted by Travis StevensFilm Independent @filmindependent.org · 17/07/2026#FiPresents LA Muse: ‘Boorman and the Devil’ including an in-person Q&A with writer/director David Kittredge. This doc follows one of the biggest disasters in movie history, John Boorman’s ‘Exorcist II: The Heretic’. WED, AUG 5 🎟️: bit.ly/4vsXEeQ Presented by Ashby & Graff Real Estate.bit.lyLA Muse: Boorman and the Devil - Film IndependentArts Circle, Film Lover, Secret Members and Fellows (with an active Membership), you and a guest are invited to join us for a screening of Boorman and the 011
Reposted by Travis StevensMarc Edward Heuck @meheuck.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Newspaper ads aren't really a thing anymore, but wouldn't it be awesome if so many people went to the opening engagements of BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL that @yellowveilpictures.bsky.social could create their own tribute ad? 174
Travis Stevens @travisstevens.bsky.social · 24/05/2026I just woke myself up trying to think of what song to sing in a film festival karaoke dream. 271
Reposted by Travis StevensRue Morgue Magazine @ruemorguemag.bsky.social · 19/05/2026Acclaimed “EXORCIST II” doc “BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL” gets distribution and dates. ow.ly/PTYu50Z1JBLow.lyAcclaimed “EXORCIST II” doc “BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL” gets distribution and dates - Rue MorgueThe standout saga of the much-troubled sequel will see release this late summer/fall. 1308
Reposted by Travis StevensDavid Kittredge @davidkittredge.bsky.social · 15/05/2026IT'S OFFICIAL!! We're thrilled to be working with @yellowveilpictures.bsky.social! BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL will be coming to MOVIE THEATERS-- New York City at the Quad Cinema on August 28, before a theatrical expansion in Los Angeles and nationwide on September 4! deadline.com/2026/05/boor...deadline.com'Boorman And The Devil' Acquired By Yellow Veil PicturesThe documentary 'Boorman and the Devil,' about John Boorman's ill-fated 'Exorcist' sequel, has been acquired for North America by Yellow Veil Pictures. 7324
Reposted by Travis StevensSIFF @siffnews.bsky.social · 09/05/2026BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL explores the legacy of John Boorman’s cult classic EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC, from its casting difficulties and legendary production troubles to its disastrous theatrical release. Watch the Hell break loose at #SIFF2026 🎟️: siff.info/boorman-bs 051
Reposted by Travis StevensDavid Kittredge @davidkittredge.bsky.social · 17/04/2026Thank you Richard Newby of the @thr.com! "Boorman and the Devil is ultimately inspirational, and a call for filmmakers to worry less about providing a perfect product, and instead focus on inventiveness and belief in the story they really want to tell."hollywoodreporter.comHorror Highlights from the 2026 Overlook Film FestivalThe horror-centric fest featured a mix of big releases, streaming offerings and hidden gems looking for distribution. 082
Reposted by Travis StevensDavid Kittredge @davidkittredge.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Thank you Dan Doody for making BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL one of your programmer's pics for the Seattle International Film Festival!siff.netProgrammers' Picks: Dan Doody on SIFF 2026SIFF Senior Programmer Dan Doody shares some of his highlights from the 2026 Seattle International Film Festival. 0102
Reposted by Travis StevensDel Jay @shrecknet.com · 14/04/2026JAKOB'S WIFE is a #horror film that dares to attack the philosophy of reactionary horror films by arguing the transgression is to *not* give in to your desires:open.substack.comJakob's Wife (2021)It's About T̶r̶a̶u̶m̶a̶Vampire Mommy 042
Reposted by Travis StevensBrian W. Collins @brianwcollins.bsky.social · 06/04/2026My top picks for Overlook so far are Grind at 7:15pm on Thursday and Boorman and the Devil at 12:30pm on Friday. Because those will have the best moderator, from what I understand. 021
Travis Stevens @travisstevens.bsky.social · 01/04/2026If you’re attending @beyondfest.bsky.social Chicago at @musicboxtheatre.bsky.social, you might dig BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL @davidkittredge.bsky.social’s love letter to John Boorman, big creative swings and Exorcist II: The Heretic musicboxtheatre.com/films-and-ev...musicboxtheatre.com 0112
Reposted by Travis StevensSimon Abrams @simonsaybrams.bsky.social · 30/03/2026Eye for Film’s Jennie Kermode has a typically lovely review of @davidkittredge.bsky.social’s BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL. www.eyeforfilm.co.uk/review/boorm...eyeforfilm.co.ukBoorman And The Devil - Film Review - Eye For FilmAfter directing Point Blank and Deliverance, John Boorman was offered to direct The Exorcist II. The film became a massive failure, nearly ending his career. Years later, cast and filmmakers discuss i... 1124
Travis Stevens @travisstevens.bsky.social · 27/03/2026"The power... it's getting nearer. Can't you feel it?" 🎟️🎟️🎟️ 041
Reposted by Travis StevensAnne Billson @annebillson.bsky.social · 24/03/2026Tonight at @offscreenff.bsky.social I'll be introducing BOORMAN AND THE DEVIL (2025), an enthralling documentary about John Boorman's ill-fated sequel to THE EXORCIST 19h Cinematek, Brussels. Followed at 21h15 by the film itself - EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC (1977). www.offscreen.be/en/offscreen... 1254
Reposted by Travis StevensAlonso Duralde @aduralde.bsky.social · 20/03/2026Sean Burns gives Boorman and the Devil the rave it deserves. #filmsky 📽️ @splicedpersonality.bsky.social @davidkittredge.bsky.socialsplicedpersonality.substack.comBUFF Review - Boorman and the DevilA documentary directed by David Kittredge. 3162
Reposted by Travis StevensOdie Henderson @ NYFF @odienator.bsky.social · 21/03/2026Come at me, PAZUZU!! 0101