The Nun
"The banned film by Jacques Rivette"
Originally released in 1967. The Nun is a drama film. directed by Jacques Rivette. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Anna Karina, Liselotte Pulver, and Micheline Presle
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 26, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
2h 20m
140 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (98 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Anna Karina
as Suzanne
Liselotte Pulver
as Mme de Chelles
Micheline Presle
as Mme de Moni
Francine Bergé
as Soeur Sainte-Christine
Francisco Rabal
as Dom Morel
Christiane Lénier
as Mme Simonin
Yori Bertin
as Soeur Saint-Thérèse
Hubert Buthion
as L'Archevêque
Françoise Godde
as La Domestique
Charles Millot
as Monsieur Simonin
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- SNC
- Rome-Paris Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Nun about?
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 perse...
Who directed The Nun?
The Nun was directed by Jacques Rivette.
How long is The Nun?
The Nun has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).
When was The Nun released?
The Nun was released on July 26, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Nun?
The main cast of The Nun includes Anna Karina, Liselotte Pulver, Micheline Presle, Francine Bergé, Francisco Rabal.