With Gourley And Rust

EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC

In this episode, Matt Gourley and Paul Rust dive deep into Exorcist II: The Heretic, sharing their bewildered yet entertained reactions to the film. They analyze its strange psychological sci-fi premise, striking production design, and John Boorman's unconventional direction, which prioritizes spectacle over narrative coherence. The discussion covers the film's numerous departures from the original, including recast roles, an ambiguous Pazuzu, and attempts to recreate iconic scenes that ultimately date the sequel. Despite its flaws, they acknowledge its bizarre, hypnotic quality and its place in the history of "cash grab" sequels.