Perfect Obedience
"The story that shook the church"
Originally released in 2014. Perfect Obedience is a drama film. directed by Luis Urquiza.
Starring Juan Manuel Bernal, Alfonso Herrera, and Luis Ernesto Franco
Synopsis
The fictional Father Ángel de la Cruz is based on Legion of Christ founder Marcial Maciel, whose long history of child abuse was not addressed until 2006 and only publicly acknowledged in 2009. But director Luis Urquiza chooses to structure his film through the largely uncomprehending, wondering eyes of 13-year-old Julián, who travels from the arms of his loving pastoral family into the austere, hallowed halls of the seminary. Singling out the boy as his intimate disciple, installing him in his palatial private quarters and redubbing him “Sacramento Santos,” Father Ángel begins Julian’s instruction into the mysteries of “perfect obedience,” whose cardinal rule is: Never question a superior’s actions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 2, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (53 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Mexico
Production
Director
Top Cast
Juan Manuel Bernal
as Padre Ángel de la Cruz
Alfonso Herrera
as Julián Santos (Adulto)
Luis Ernesto Franco
as Padre Robles
Sebastián Aguirre
as Julián 'Sacramento' Santos
Alejandro De Hoyos
as Alberto Martínez
Claudette Maillé
as Señora Alcérreca
Juan Ignacio Aranda
as Padre Galaviz
Miguel Loyo
as Andrés Lomelí
Luciana González de León
as Sierva de Cristo
Juan Carlos Colombo
as Padre Ángel de la Cruz (anciano)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Astillero Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perfect Obedience about?
The fictional Father Ángel de la Cruz is based on Legion of Christ founder Marcial Maciel, whose long history of child abuse was not addressed until 2006 and only publicly acknowledged in 2009. Bu...
Who directed Perfect Obedience?
Perfect Obedience was directed by Luis Urquiza.
How long is Perfect Obedience?
Perfect Obedience has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Perfect Obedience released?
Perfect Obedience was released on May 2, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Perfect Obedience?
The main cast of Perfect Obedience includes Juan Manuel Bernal, Alfonso Herrera, Luis Ernesto Franco, Sebastián Aguirre, Alejandro De Hoyos.