Movie Introduction
director (film etc): Paul Van Hoeven
cinematographer: Paul Van Hoeven / David Burke / Judith C. Brown
act the leading role (in a movie or a play): Virginie Efira / Charlotte Rampling / Daphne Patakia / Lambert Willson / Olivier Reboutin / More...
Type. Drama / Same-sex / History
Country/Territory of Production. France / Netherlands
Languages. French (language)
Release Date. 2021-07-09(France/Cannes Film Festival) / 2021-12-03(USA/USA Network)
Duration. 131 minutes.
AKA. Sacred Desire (HK/Taiwan) / Virgin Mary / Benedetta / Sainte Vierge / Blessed Virgin
IMDb. tt6823148
Synopsis
Our Lady of Benedetta, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Paul van Hoeven, is based on true historical events and set in a 17th century Italian monastery. The movie combines themes of religious belief, conflicting desires and power struggles to present a picture that is both mysterious and full of tension.
The film's heroine, Benedita (Virginie Efira), is born into a wealthy and devout Christian family and is sent by her parents to a convent for her religious education. During her years at the convent, she grows into a solid position as the right-hand woman of Abbess Folcita (Charlotte Rampling). However, a twist of fate comes in the form of a girl named Bartolomea (Daphne Patakia). Abused by her father and brother, she flees into a convent with traumatic injuries and becomes a novice nun.
Bartolomea's appearance disrupts the order of the convent, and her freedom and wildness both confuses and shakes Benedetta. A complex and forbidden relationship develops between the two, which not only challenges the moral boundaries of the religion, but also shakes the power structure of the convent. As the story progresses, Benedetta's position and faith are severely tested, and the conflict between religion and desire, between the sacred and the human, is gradually revealed.
Benedetta is not only a film that explores religious taboos and female identity, but also provokes the audience to think about faith, gender and power through subtle characterization and strong dramatic conflicts. The film's bold narrative approach, blending historical authenticity with dramatization, provides fans with a profound viewing experience. Whether you are interested in independent films, religious films or historical adaptations, this work is worth exploring in depth.
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