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The Rosary Murders (1987)

R 105 min  -  Crime | Drama | Mystery  -   9 August 1989 (France)
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A priest is put in a dilemma when the serial killer who has been murdering priests and nuns confesses to him.

Director:

Fred Walton

Writers:

William X. Kienzle (novel), Elmore Leonard , and 1 more credit »

Stars:

Donald Sutherland, Charles Durning and Roger Angelini
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Roger Angelini Roger Angelini ...
Brainard
Anita Barone ...
Irene Jimenez
B. Constance Barry B. Constance Barry ...
Sister Grace
Belinda Bauer ...
Pat Lennon
Doris Biscoe Doris Biscoe ...
Woman Newscaster
Sandy Broad Sandy Broad ...
Librarian
Keith Brooks Keith Brooks ...
Bethany Carpenter Bethany Carpenter ...
Nancy Baldwin
Joseph Conrad Joseph Conrad ...
Schommer
Richard Cottrell Richard Cottrell ...
Officer Mills
John Danelle John Danelle ...
Detective Harris
Leila Danette Leila Danette ...
Mrs. Washington
Charles Durning ...
Father Ted Nabors
Bruce Economou Bruce Economou ...
Priest at Party
Rex Everhart Rex Everhart ...
Father Skiarski
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Storyline

Life in the Catholic Church of the Holy Redeemer in Detroit is upset by a series of killings whose victims are all priests and nuns. All victims are found with a black rosary in their hands. Father Koesler begins collaborating with the police but soon finds himself in a spot when the killer decides to choose him as confessor. Written by Salvatore Santangelo <pappagone2@libero.it>  

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Priest | Nun | Catholic | Seal Of Confession | Murder Investigation  | See more »

Genres:

Crime | Drama | Mystery | Thriller

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Confession criminelle See more »

Filming Locations:

Dearborn, Michigan, USA See more »

Box Office

Gross:

$1,730,337 (USA)
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Company Credits

Production Co:

First Take, Rosary Take One See more »
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Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color (Metrocolor)

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1
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References Psycho (1960) See more »

Soundtracks

"IN YOUR EYES"
Recorded & Sung by Nancy Wood
Composed by Bobby Laurel
Lyrics by Bobby Laurel & Dennis Leahy
Based on an adaptation of Brahms Third Symphony See more »