Here is what the page “Ellen Burstyn Reacts to Scarlett Johansson's 'The Exorcist: Martyrs' with Candid Criticism” contains. Ellen Burstyn, the Oscar-winning star of the original 1973 horror classic 'The Exorcist,' has shared her unfiltered opinion on the upcoming sequel 'The Exorcist: Martyrs,' starring Scarlett Johansson. Burstyn, who reprised her role as Chris MacNeil in the 2023 legacy sequel 'The Exorcist: Believer,' did not hold back when asked about the new installment. Her comments come as the franchise expands under Universal and Blumhouse, which acquired rights for a reported $400 million in 2021.
Burstyn's reaction highlights the challenge of honoring the original's legacy while attracting new audiences. The original film, directed by William Friedkin and based on William Peter Blatty's novel, remains a landmark in horror, earning 10 Oscar nominations. Johansson's involvement marks a significant casting choice, as the A-list actress typically avoids horror, making 'Martyrs' a high-stakes project for the studio. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.