In this episode of The Cinematic Schematic, we return from the end-of-summer hiatus to kick off our spooky season 2023 with a review of The Exorcist: Believer. GoodTrash Media's Dustin Sells, Brock Lay, and Lit Reactor / The Cinematropolis contributor Christopher Shultz join hosts Caleb Masters and Laron Chapman to provide in-depth thoughts on the latest David Gordon Green and Danny McBride horror collaboration. The conversation starts with a quick update on the recent films we've all been watching on the break before we dive into our spoiler-free review of The Exorcist: Believer. We close the show with a spoiler-filled discussion focused on the film's different approach to the exorcism sequence. This is the sixth entry on the 50-year-old franchise and the first in almost two decades. The film is a direct sequel to the original movie and brings the original movie's lead, Chris MacNeil(Ellen Burstyn), back into the fold to team up with Victor Fielding (Leslie Odom Jr.) in a battle for the soul of his daughter and one of her close friends. Has The Exorcist franchise successfully possessed filmgoers again, or would director William Friedkin turn his grave at the sight of another studio cash grab? What are your thoughts on any of the films discussed in this episode of The Cinematic Schematic? Let us know by reaching out to The Cinematropolis on social media or by sending an email to [email protected].