The Exorcism of Emily Rose true story of Annelise Michelle. Anneliese was a young woman who underwent multiple exorcisms in the 1970s in Germany.
Both Emily Rose and Anneliese Michel had similar symptoms, such as seizures, convulsions, and speaking in different languages. Seeking help from the Catholic Church, both families resorted to an exorcism. Both priests involved faced legal consequences, accused of negligence that led to the death of the young woman.
Emily Rose is American, while Anneliese Michel was German. The plot of the film is fictional. Emily Rose underwent several exorcisms, while Annelise Michelle was 67. The film attributes Emily Rose’s death to malnutrition and dehydration. They officially classified Annelise Michelle’s death as pneumonia.
The film takes significant artistic liberties with the actual story, fictionalizing many elements for dramatic effect. The film’s depiction of exorcism is controversial and does not reflect the beliefs and practices of the Catholic Church.
Resources:
• Article about the true story of Anneliese Michel: https://en.wikipedia.org/viki/Anneliese_Michel
• Case documentary: https://en.vikipedia.org/viki/Anneliese_Michel