The Monk
Originally released in 1990. The Monk is a drama/horror film. directed by Francisco Lara Polop.
Starring Paul McGann, Sophie Ward, and Isla Blair
Synopsis
In Madrid at the time of the Inquisition, the monk Ambrosio is renowned for his faith and his strength of will, a saint in the eyes of the populace. But when he discovers the beautiful Matilda hidden in his own monastery, all his repressed passions begin to show themselves, and he is soon using the girl, and her powers, in his lust for more innocent prey.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 17, 1990
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
1.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Spain
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Director
Top Cast
Paul McGann
as Father Lorenzo Rojas
Sophie Ward
as Matilde de la Venegas
Isla Blair
as Mother Agueda
Aitana Sánchez-Gijón
as Sister Ines
Freda Dowie
as Sister Ursula
Laura Davenport
as Doña Elvira Dauphin
Sophie Linfield
as Angela Dauphin
Manuel de Blas
as Inquisitor
Mark Elstob
as Ramon de Medeira
Marina Saura
as Jacinta
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- TV S.L.
- Celtic Films Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Monk about?
In Madrid at the time of the Inquisition, the monk Ambrosio is renowned for his faith and his strength of will, a saint in the eyes of the populace. But when he discovers the beautiful Matilda hidd...
Who directed The Monk?
The Monk was directed by Francisco Lara Polop.
How long is The Monk?
The Monk has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was The Monk released?
The Monk was released on January 17, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Monk?
The main cast of The Monk includes Paul McGann, Sophie Ward, Isla Blair, Aitana Sánchez-Gijón, Freda Dowie.