The Rite

Audience emotional responses for 'The Rite' are primarily dominated by intense **Fear**, **Anxiety**, and a sense of the **Disturbing**, stemming from the graphic and unsettling depictions of demonic possession and the visceral exorcism rituals. **Surprise** is also significant due to unexpected supernatural occurrences. The film's mystery and the protagonist's journey of skepticism contribute to strong feelings of **Anticipation** and **Curiosity** about the unfolding events and the nature of faith versus evil. Underlying these are elements of **Sadness**, **Empathy**, and **Melancholy**, reflecting the suffering of the possessed victims and the protagonist's profound spiritual crisis and struggle with his beliefs.