The Rite

  • 2011


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$ 96 Million
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Positive Reviews 42
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Average Rating 2.2/5
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2.0
Its an extremely literal minded and reverent horror moviealmost appropriate for a Catholic school day tripbut never especially scary. Av Club
2.5
while revealing hoof shaped bruises on his chest and back cant seal the deal. Av Club
1.5
The only problem with this whole line of work is that Michael doesnt exactly believe in God or want to be a Catholic priest. Den Of Geek
1.5
The only problem with this whole line of work is that Michael doesnt exactly believe in God or want to be a Catholic priest. Den Of Geek
3.8
I admire The Rite because while it delivers what I suppose should be called horror, it is atmospheric, its cinematography is eerie and evocative, and .. Rogerebert
2.0
Anthony Hopkins is truly spectacular in an over the top kind of way. Common Sense Media
2.0
Given the background, this film could have been a thrilling horror movie.Instead it disappointed. We Got This Covered
2.0
This is a dreary metaphysical drama dressed in the vestments of a religious horror movie. Time Out
1.3
The Rite doesnt need to execute any of its ideas, have any charm, or even be anything more than just another paint by numbers post The Exorcist movie ..
0.6
A run of the mill chiller that spends an inordinate amount of time flirting with unconventional scare tactics before sacrificing all of its ingenuity ..
3.0
More interested in theology than gut churning effects, The Rite is a creepy exorcism thriller elevated a bit above the norm for that reliable genre by .. Screen Daily
1.5
If coughing up a handful of iron spikes doesnt convince someone, you know there isnt much hope. Collider
1.5
The fact of the matter is, this isnt a sub genre that much can be done with. Collider
2.0
No, its not William Friedkins 1973 horror classic The Exorcist, but rather The Rite, its latest rip off, excuse me, variation, albeit a glossier and m .. The Hollywood Reporter
1.5
The film relies more on the creation of a disquieting mood than genuine scares and neglects the building of any characters for whom we might feel a ro ..
3.0
Though its doubtful this will be remembered as a horror touchstone in years to come, theres enough entertainment to be found within.
2.5
While this familiar tale of faith and skepticism isnt the disaster some might expect, it is, at best, a mundane entry in the exorcism sub genre. Screen Rant
1.9
Add to that list Anthony Hopkinss turn as a sinister old Jesuit in the new supernatural horror film The Rite. The Globe And Mail
3.1
Lit as if doom itself were around the corner (even the daytime street scenes are bedimmed), The Rite is a supernatural thriller about God and the Devi .. Philly
2.0
They start to come fast and furious, as the movie junks its putative character study for cheap, laughable thrills. Philly
3.0
Michael Kovak grows up in a home that often contains dead people.His religious father Istvan (Rutger Hauer) is an undertaker who wants his son to take .. Spirituality And Practice
2.0
The question this exorcism potboiler really raises isnt whats possessing the supposed victims, but what possessed a great actor like Anthony Hopkins t .. One Guys Opinion
3.5
Hopkins: A softly authoritative exorcist Egon Endrenyi The Rite is the latest of at least a dozen widely released American movies in half as many year .. Village Voice
3.1
There are some interesting ideas and themes in The Rite; unfortunately, an uneven tone and a disappointingly generic climax dilute them. ReelViews
2.5
Hes truly spectacular in an over the top kind of way; its too bad the rest of the movie doesnt live up to him. Combust Ible Celluloid
2.5
Horror fans may be disappointed by this handsome exorcism drama, which aspires to the serious religious feeling of William Friedkins The Exorcist but .. Chicago Reader
2.0
... the film appears to have had its own exorcism, with critical ideas and images suggested which are never followed through on.
2.5
The subject matter is compelling, but not even a surprise turn by Hopkins channeling a demonically possessed Hannibal Lecter can give much of a fright .. Usa Today
1.9
Just as the viewer is ready to write the film off as a well intentioned failure, however, Hafstrom offers up a genuinely exciting finale thats as fast .. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
For all its formulaic familiarity, the movie is surprisingly effective. News Review
1.0
The Devil may have all the best tunes, but this exorcism thriller wont count as one of his greatest gigs. Independent
1.3
Its hard to deny that The Rite is guilty of sins against its audience.But you have to admire filmmakers who can pretend that The Exorcist never existe .. Rolling Stone
2.5
Even with the bland Hollywood production values, director Hafstrom adds some moody, stylish touches. Shadows On The Wall
3.0
The View London Review out ofstarsRunning time:minsDirected by Mikael Hafstrom, The Rite is inspired by true events (it says here) and stars Colin ODo .. View London
1.3
Despite an impressive cast (excluding the excruciatingly dull ODonoghue, a newcomer from Ireland), The Rite is the sort of misfire that Hollywood has .. New York Post
2.0
Its a remarkable performance stuck in an otherwise clunky movie whose ambitions greatly exceed its accomplishments. Film Journal International ..
3.0
The story jumps from one thing to the next a little too quickly, and the ending is a tremendous letdown. Az Central
1.9
The movies primary pleasure is Hopkins, who manages to take the role of Father Lucas seriously without being serious about it at all. Boston
3.0
DOES anyone out there still think of Sir Anthony Hopkins as a mark of quality in a modern movie Smh
2.5
Apart from the mule, theres nothing here that you havent seen done before and that you havent seen done better. Mountain X
0.8
Its always fun watching an actor whos far too good for the material seize the bit and ham it up; tends to break up the dull self seriousness. Npr
1.9
Still, the final showdown between Michael and a demonic Hopkins is a guilty pleasure. Star Tribune
2.0
by Anthony Hopkins was cast to elevate the stature of The Rite, the new, preposterously plotted supernatural thriller, but alas, he is defeated by a n .. Emanuellevy
1.0
One is wildly extravagant and (if you like this kind of thing) immensely entertaining, the other earnestly sober and extremely dull. Guardian
2.0
This cornball tale of demonic possession is inspired by true events, suggested by a book by Matt Baglio and almost certainly prompted by back to back .. Guardian
1.5
Sadly no such punch is amidst, and The Rite feels like a hodgepodge cliches and contrivances that feels like its going somewhere and never does. Cinema Crazed
2.0
Its a well made film that delivers on its own terms, leaving us suitably unnerved by the questions it raises.
2.0
Susan Grangers review of The Rite (Warner Bros.).While horror figures prominently in the advertising, this is really a psychological thriller about a .. Susang Ranger
1.0
For a man of such advanced age as himself, Sir Anthony does an impressive amount of heavy lifting here and makes the last 20 minutes of the movie way .. Movies
1.0
Third rule.Be scarier than any given monster on an episode of Charmed; as it stands, the contents of my iPod are more demonic than anything youll see .. Movies
2.0
Despite strong atmospherics and some great scenery chewing from Hopkins the story lacks surprise and fizzles out. Express
3.1
Exorcism school The Rite 2 1/2 stars This ones more conventional.But thats the exorcism subgenre for you. Chicago Tribune
3.0
Slow and laboured to start with, this sober spooker gets better once it realises its true calling and lets its star off the leash. Total Film
2.5
As channeled by Hopkins the devil comes off as a less eloquent more vulgar version of Hannibal Lecter taunting Michael with naughty words and voraciou .. Hollywood
3.0
Its doubtful that even Roman Polanski could have made The Rite a good horror film, but he would have at least made it a competent one.William Peter Bl .. Coles Mithey
1.9
allows Hopkins to fly completely off the handle, lets him channel his inner Hannibal Lecter in a way thats idiotic and silly. Movie Freak
2.5
Not surprisingly, this is the point where the film loses a lot of its sense of humor and the seriousness, rather than making the horror stick better, ..
1.9
Turning what should be a meditation on faith into a demon possession flick probably seemed like a safe box office bet, but it also robbed The Rite of .. Aisle Seat
2.5
However, Hopkinss hammy display serves The Rite well, if only to warn one and all this enjoyably silly movie is not to be taken all that seriously. Herald Sun
2.5
And thats the dull compromise that The Rite takes right from the beginning. Nj
3.5
But its overall arc is entirely predictable, and Hopkins performance is so exaggerated that you wonder whether hes channeling left over bits from his .. Movie Habit
3.0
Though thoroughly predictable, this film is not to be taken too seriously. 7M Pictures
2.5
Look, the real wonder of WW84 is that this maybe isnt the worst thing about it. Film Freak Central
2.0
Despite a fine cast, The Rite bears the sins of a weak script, with an over the top climax that undercuts the bejesus scaring. E Online
1.5
Heavy in body yet light in soul, earnest in approach yet dreary in its delivery, it is a film which cannot decide its path, and in turn finds itself w .. Film Ink
1.0
The Rite is about as scary as watching two kittens fight over possession of a scrunched up piece of paper. The Age
2.0
Still, director Mikael Hafstrom (Derailed, 1408) puts a glossy spin on some very tired material.Its a bit long, but for those primed to both laugh at .. Maki At The Movies
1.5
As the god doubting theologian sent to Rome to learn exorcism as a way to conjure up his missing faith, a less charismatic figure couldnt be found. Varia Gate
2.0
The Rite is caught between drama and horror, yet fails to succeed in either territory. Digital Spy
3.0
The Rite is an exorcism flick inspired by true events, which in this case means once upon a time there was a priest. Tamp A Bay
3.1
This is an exorcism movie that those who actually saw The Exorcist in theaters can get into. Stl Today
2.0
The acting is wooden from almost everyone, a Calvary of stick figure performances, arms outstretched at moments of martyred or messianic climax. Ft
1.9
One can kind of buy into this claim for maybe the first forty five minutes or so, at which time the film takes a sharp turn into hokey nonsense.There .. Dustin Put Man
3.1
The Rite really wants to get it right.In some ways, Mikael Hafstroms new film reminds me less of recent exorcism films than of the sort of movie that .. Christianity Today
2.0
Either youve got it or you dont.And if youre going to fight the Devil, you better have it in triplicate. Hollywood And Fine
2.0
Certainly there isnt an overweening sense of tension to up the rating. Killer Movie Reviews
2.5
Hannibal Lector takes on Satan in this well intentioned yet sluggish demonic possession thriller. Matts Movie Reviews
2.0
Im inclined to believe the claim, as the film keeps true to the slow trickle of existence, taking grand pauses between moments of exorcism intensity. Brian Or Ndorf
2.0
The effort is in there to make a movie thats a little bit more than so much boilerplate, even if this effort ends in total failure. Antagony & Ecstasy
3.1
So, by the time Michael arrives alongside Father Trevant hes fairly well dismissed most things spiritual and, most certainly, the idea of demonic poss ..
2.0
The filmmakers have gone with a stock standard mould that offers nothing new. The Film Pie
2.0
I leave it to the teen audience for this movie to come up with the requisite buttsechs jokes that such a line richly deserves. Io9 Gizmodo
2.2
At a running time of 1 hour and 47 minutes, Ip Man 2: Legend of the Grandmaster is viscerally exhilarating and thrilling in its brilliantly choreograp .. Nyc Movie Guru
3.8
The back story is used for setup, but theres real potential there especially for a sequel or a series. Movie Crypt
2.0
Never truly scary its nevertheless an original treatment of a theme that was lauded by American bishops for resoundingly affirming faith and the value .. Sky
2.0
Its pure Hollywood Gothic, with a story bound tight in perfectly symmetrical movie logic psychology. Sbs
3.8
Sure, there are clichs (why must possessed characters talk like Darth Vader in a bathtub), but the film avoids the schlockier pitfalls of outright Exo .. Chron
2.0
It sure beats fake veins and blood vessels with blackened eyes all of which appear in the films big finale.However, it is actually this climactic endi .. The Shiz Nit
1.0
The Rite doesnt make a helluva lot of sense, which might not matter if it were scary. Dvd Talk
3.0
None of this nonsense has the pulp charge that would make it fun. reason
2.5
The Rite covers similar thematic ground to that trodden recently by the more effective and fun The Last Exorcism. Film 4
2.0
Director Hafstroms previous film was the fun rollercoaster ride 1408, but his love of cheeky jump scares does not translate to what should be a mostly .. Streaming Quickflix
1.5
None is likely to win, but its wonderful that theyve been recognized.Of the five nominees for best actor, all gave admirable performances, but where w .. Wsj
4.5
Michael Petroni and Matt Baglios scenario falls about 500 miles short of The Exorcist, right in the crack between a sincere, bland religious drama and .. East Bay Express
3.1
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2.5
Youll find no swiveling heads or green vomit here, although there are a few scenes that stretch credibility by going in that direction. Movie Metropolis
3.0
The film is thoughtful and, to audiences used to the faster paced gore of modern horror possibly dull, but if you can stay with the story and forgive .. The National
2.0
Clumsy, ham fisted, and often silly, but at least it asks the question: if in this world a girl can be possessed and tormented by a Biblical demon, wh .. Film Blather
2.0
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3.0
Packed with a few good old fashioned jolts, The Rite is an atmospheric film that is kept on track by the performance of Anthony Hopkins. Media Mikes
2.5
He doesnt do well in his theology class and thinks about quitting. Qc Times
2.5
Those wanting to see a film devoid of clichs and implausibility should look elsewhere. Still, Hopkins is terrific, inhabiting the role like, well, a m .. Boston Phoenix
3.0
An Exorcist style redux about belief in the face of Satanic possession, The Rite (supposedly based on true events) parades about with a self seriousne .. Nicks Chager
1.0
And there still museums with pay what you wish admission, if not every day, then on certain days weekly or monthly.You just have to know who offers wh .. New York Time Out
1.5
So, it just feels like waiting.Waiting to get to the juicy stuff. The Scorecard Review
3.5
But damn if Hopkins isnt fantastic at rendering in your face whispers and sudden glances creepy as hell. Washington City Paper
2.0
The Rite is actually an OK supernatural drama for a little over the first half, but the moment it becomes more of a special effects driven film it com .. Movies Ign
1.5
Its fascinating to see uninfected people can be as gruesome as flesh eating monsters. Bloody Disgusting
1.9
Believing in demons isnt necessarily a prerequisite for being frightened by them in movies, no more so than ghosts, zombies, vampires or other horror .. The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
2.0
Yes, this film isnt great, but it certainly isnt a cinematic disaster either. Mac Guff
2.0
Light on gore, The Rites a snore, consisting largely of ponderous conversations that seminary students might have over a big bowl of pea soup. Metro Times
2.0
Which is why The Rite doesnt feel as new as it should, despite its very today dialogue : theres a smattering of dudes in there, and did I miss an awes .. The Indian Express
3.8
The films final act is predictable and lacks the bite required to send the audience home properly shaken. Illinois Times
3.0
The Rite aims for authenticity but is nothing more than a cartoon. The film is rife with poorly executed genre clichs and bad acting, alienating the v .. Week In Rewind
2.5
Each film showed some promise and style but none succeeded fully. Kpbs
2.0
...it fails most crucially in pulling its strings together in a way thats not nearly as impressive as its straining to be. MSN Movies
3.0
The Rite begins well enough, though along the way, things go horribly wrong.
2.5
Its derivative as hell, but the first half of The Rite still manages to be fairly interesting because it takes noticeable steps to differentiate itsel .. Dread Central
2.9
the Rite wont fix your jonings for a great Hopkins performance or a great exorcism movie, but it will give you a bit of what youre looking for. Flixist
3.0
Sir Anthony here doesnt just chew the scenery; he grinds it into dust. Movie Mom
2.5
The Rite doesnt just want to make you jump, its looking to send you home unsettled. I dont think it succeeds, but the attempt is admirable. Bad Ass Digest
2.0
Its plot hinges on the doubts that both the novice and the expert have about demonic possession, and by the time its over, youll be doubtful tooabout .. Ear Of Newt
2.5
The 19 year old shot by a Louisiana state trooper during a traffic stop in Baton Rouge three weeks ago was shot in the back and shrapnel near his spin .. 2 The Advocate
1.3
A so called horror movie dull enough to have been produced for the Catholic cable channel. Gomemphis
2.0
Like the devil..Hopkins is always a cinematic sensory wonder hes got a gravitas that transcends any and all obstacles. Horror
2.5
The Rite, neither fresh nor innovative, plays like a two hour Vatican recruiting video. But it is easily Hopkins most creepy cinematic portrayal since .. Brandon Fibbs
2.0
Our hero has a vision: Its a jackass with red eyes. No, not Charlie Sheen, a different one. Movie Juice
3.5
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3.0
and heres what it looks like 00:31 SCOOP OR PUKE Scottish scoop shop Ice Falkirk serves Real Hellmans Mayonnaise ice cream 01:33 KEL OF A GIRL Model K .. News Of The World
2.0
The pity of it is, it might have done better had it stuck to its initial instincts. Mania.com
2.5
The Rite is just another exorcism film that will be forgotten in a long line of films that have followed The Exorcist. Look out for Colin ODonoghue th ..
1.0
Anyone who has seen THE EXORCIST or any of its imitators in the last 38 years can skip this boring re tread. Denton Record-Chronicle
2.0
And given the films total lack of scares and painfully familiar plotting, its hard to know who exactly its aimed at. Ultra Culture
2.0
It should, if youve ever seen The Exorcist, which totally freaked out audiences back in 1973. American Profile
1.0
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3.5
The story takes its time and builds up to an exciting conclusion. Big Hollywood
2.5
Hopkins light touch brightens up this exorcism film, one more concerned with creepy atmosphere than straight out nastiness something that may disappoi .. Jackson Ville
1.3
You want to know if youll be jumping out of your seat and sinking your fingernails into your dates arm, right Sign On Sandiego
3.0
The script, especially to start with, is fizzing with good lines.
3.5
I would also have like to have seen the celebration of the Eucharist somewhere in the film but I had to leave it to my Catholic imagination. Ncr Online
3.5
Remedies the familiarity by challenging the very basis of the sub genre: what happens if an exorcist doesnt believe in the devil FEARnet
2.0
1.The Rite starts out legitimately curious about questions of ethics, of morals, of theology, and that surprised me. Yahoo Movies
3.0
A misbegotten mess of haunted house cliches, Vatican mumbo jumbo, and Anthony Hopkins channeling Hannibal Lecter (for the umpteenth time) as well as L .. Movie Dearest Blog Spot
2.0
None of the greats couldve made this poorly crafted, lethargic, unoriginal gush of foolishness work onscreen. The Rite is all wrong. BET.com
1.5
Why does everyone in the church want to help this guy out, when hes told them all over and over he doesnt believe in god Oh, great.
2.0
Hopkins at least has fun hamming things up, but the film around him simply goes through the motions. Scotsman
1.5
Its the cinematic equivalent of a modest, drab meal; you can eat it, but you probably wont enjoy it. Unless youre a priest and youre used to eating th ..
1.9
Acid test: The young horror aficionados seated down front bolted after half an hour of talky exposition.They were obviously up for something a tad mor .. Cinema Dope
2.5
Unfortunately, the uneven exorcism thriller has no idea what the hell to do with him. Camp Blood
0.5
Just another cautionary tale for atheists and just another loud jolt exercise for the Friday night teen audience, content with the mere ritual of supe .. Cinematical
4.5
Suffice to say, ensuing events find him questioning his non belief, and its all a rather predictable outcome that doesnt offer anything weve not seen .. Exquisite Terror



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