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The Nun
Movie (1967)
In eighteenth-century France, a girl is forced against her will to take vows as a nun. Three mothers superior treat her in radically different ways, ranging from maternal concern, to sadistic persecution, to lesbian desire.
Movie (1967)
In eighteenth-century France, a girl is forced against her will to take vows as a nun. Three mothers superior treat her in radically different ways, ranging from maternal concern, to sadistic persecution, to lesbian desire.
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Sex & Nudity
A mother superior makes sexual advances towards Suzanne, and a monk forces kisses on her. A brothel scene shows women dressing to entertain clients, but there is no explicit nudity.
Violence & Gore
Suzanne is whipped, starved and physically mistreated, and is trampled by other nuns after Mass. The violence is brutal but not gory.
Profanity
Strong language is rare, with occasional mild insults and religious exclamations.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There is brief reference to wine and drinking at social gatherings. No drug use is shown.
Frightening Scenes
Suzanne is isolated, deprived of food and falsely judged possessed, and an exorcist is called. Her mental distress is sustained and harrowing, and the film ends with her suicide.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The film critiques forced religious vows and the abuse of power, and shows Suzanne's resilience and her fight for freedom.
Role models
Suzanne resists her fate and seeks justice, though her choices are largely constrained by others.
Representation
The film gives some attention to class, family and social status in eighteenth-century France.
Learning
It offers a useful introduction to Diderot's novel and to the historical treatment of women in convents and in law.
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