From Rome Reports:
Since the premier and success of the The Exorcist in 1973, exorcisms and demonic possessions have become a staple in the horror cinematic genre. From cheesy CGI to terrifying true-stories, the theme of exorcisms gripped Hollywood and piqued interest world-wide.
However, for Father Robert Cruz at the International Association of Exorcists, exorcisms are not just some plot development from the latest Stephen King adaptation. They are a powerful weapon in the battle between good and evil. When I got involved in the AIE, when I attended the conferences, we in the AIE we realized that for the last 20 to 25 years, the demons are not hiding no longer. They are more daring to tempt, to stir chaos. Why? It’s some of the positions of the exorcists in the AIE, that we are living in this neo-pagan society. We believe everything, except God.