Inspired by true events, The Rite follows skeptical seminary student Michael Kovak, who reluctantly attends exorcism school at the Vatican. While in Rome, he meets an unorthodox priest, Father Lucas, who introduces him to the darker side of his faith. The Rite is a supernatural thriller that uncovers the devil's reach to even one of the holiest places on Earth.
Reviews
Nicolas Rapold,
The Rite, in: Sight & Sound, nr. 4 (April), 2011 pp. 75-76
Jörg Gerle,
The Rite - Das Ritual, in: Filmdienst, nr. 7 (31. März), 2011 pp. 37
Jörg Buttgereit,
The Rite - Das Ritual, in: epd Film, nr. 4, 2011 pp. 56