Synopsis

A fascinating yet academic look at one of the most talked-about and misunderstood rituals: The Rite of Exorcism. Told from the perspective of those who face demons and evil spirits daily, exorcists from Italy, Spain, and the United States share what they've learned about evil and the massive increase in people reporting some kind of personal demonic influence. Sweeping recreations based on actual events and candid interviews tell not only of the widespread modern influences of evil but also offer great hope to those who wonder who will ultimately win the battle of good and evil. The film features Fr. Gary Thomas, the exorcist who's life was featured in the Warner Brothers film The Rite starring Anthony Hopkins.

The film explores these frequently asked questions:

Is the Devil real? How did he come to exist?

Why is there so much suffering, even among good people?

Why does it seem the world is going crazy?

Are demons real? What is their influence on earth?

How and why does someone become possessed? How do you know if someone is possessed?

What happens during an exorcism?

What is the difference between having a psychiatric disorder and being possessed?

Is it true that possessed people can levitate, foam at the mouth, and roll their eyes back in their head? Can they really speak unknown languages and have knowledge of hidden things?

Is God really more powerful than Evil?

How do you get liberated when you are possessed?