The story of Anna Elisabeth “Anneliese” Michel is one of the most documented cases of alleged demonic possession in history, attracting the interest of everyone who loves horror and wonders about what awaits us after death.
So, it’s no wonder Anneliese’s tragic passing has given rise to a few different movies, including the 2005 Hollywood production The Exorcism of Emily Rose and the 2006 German drama Requiem.
Yet, while both these movies draw inspiration from the same true story, they approach the subject from completely different angles.
Because while Scott Derrickson’s breakout feature uses Anneliese’s story to spook the audience, Requiem puts the young woman’s internal struggles in the spotlight.
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