Exorcist II: The Heretic with the idea of directing a sequel, explaining that "every film has to struggle to find a connection with its audience. Here I saw the chance to make an extremely ambitious film without having to spend the time developing this connection. I could make assumptions and then take the audience on a very adventurous cinematic journey." Linda Blair agreed to reprise her role of Regan MacNeil for "Exorcist II", but refused to wear demon make-up (a double was used for the brief flashback scenes depicting a demonic Regan). Max von Sydow was persuaded by Boorman to reprise the role of
The Girl (2012 TV film) "The Guardian". Jones was nominated for a Best Actor Award at the 2013 Golden Globe Awards for his role as Hitchcock, and Miller's portrayal of Hedren earned her a nomination for Best Actress. Miller and Jones also received equivalent nominations at the 2013 British Academy Television Awards. The film received four nominations at the 2013 British Academy Television Craft Awards. The Girl (2012 TV film) The Girl is a 2012 British television film directed by Julian Jarrold, written by Gwyneth Hughes and produced by the BBC and HBO Films. The film stars Sienna Miller as Tippi Hedren and Toby Jones