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Benedetta

NR20212h 11mPaul Verhoeven
IMDb 6.7 · Rotten Tomatoes 84% · Metacritic 75

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"I don't know God's ways, but he works his will through me."

A 17th-century nun becomes entangled in a forbidden lesbian affair with a novice. But it is Benedetta's shocking religious visions that threaten to shake the Church to its core.

HistoryDramaRomance
SuicideBased On Novel Or BookNunItalyBased On True StoryTrialLesbian RelationshipTortureMother SuperiorLgbt

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Frequently asked questions

What is Benedetta (2021) about?

A 17th-century nun becomes entangled in a forbidden lesbian affair with a novice. But it is Benedetta's shocking religious visions that threaten to shake the Church to its core.

Who stars in Benedetta?

Benedetta stars Virginie Efira (Sister Benedetta Carlini), Charlotte Rampling (Sister Felicita), Daphné Patakia (Bartolomea), Lambert Wilson (Nuncio), Olivier Rabourdin (Alfonso Cecchi). The film was directed by Paul Verhoeven.

How long is Benedetta?

Benedetta has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2021. It is rated NR.

Is Benedetta worth watching?

Benedetta holds an IMDb rating of 6.7/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 84. Fans of History, Drama, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Benedetta?

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