description The Rite Overview
The Rite portrays the training of an American priest in the Catholic tradition of exorcism. The film draws upon the documented experiences of Father Gary Thomas, who was mentored by experienced clergy while learning about the rituals involved. It depicts his involvement in a case involving a young boy believed to be possessed.
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info The Rite Specifications
| Country | Italy |
| Year | 2011 |
help The Rite FAQ
Is The Rite based on a true story?
The Rite draws on the experiences of Father Gary Thomas, an American Catholic priest who studied exorcism. The film uses that background as the basis for its fictionalized story.
Who plays the priest in The Rite?
Colin O'Donoghue plays Michael Kovak, the American seminarian who trains in the Catholic tradition of exorcism. Anthony Hopkins plays Father Lucas Trevant, the experienced priest who mentors him.
What is the main setting of The Rite?
The story follows Michael from the United States to Rome, where he studies exorcism and meets Father Lucas. Rome's Catholic institutions and training traditions are central to the film's plot.
Who directed The Rite?
The Rite was directed by Mikael Håfström, who also directed the horror film 1408. It was released as a supernatural horror film centered on Catholic exorcism rather than a conventional haunted-house story.
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