The Monk (2011)
"Le moine" (original title)

Madrid, in the seventeenth century. Abandoned at the doorstep of a monastery, Ambrosio has been brought up by the Capucin Friars. After becoming a friar himself, he becomes an unrivaled ... See full summary »

Director:

Dominik Moll

Writers:

Matthew Lewis (novel), Dominik Moll (screenplay),

Stars:

Vincent Cassel, Déborah François, Joséphine Japy

2 wins.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Vincent Cassel	...	Capucin Ambrosio
Déborah François	...	Valerio
Joséphine Japy	...	Antonia
Sergi López	...	Le débauché
Catherine Mouchet	...	Elvire
Jordi Dauder	...	Père Miguel
Geraldine Chaplin	...	L'abbesse
Roxane Duran	...	Soeur Agnès
Frédéric Noaille	...	Lorenzo
Javivi	...	Frère Andrés (as Javivi Gil Valle)
Martine Vandeville	...	Leonella
Pierre-Félix Gravière	...	Frère Iago
Serge Feuillard	...	Le tuteur
Ernst Umhauer	...	Le novice
Jean-Francois Vendroux	...	L'homme au bébé (as Jean-François Vendroux)

Storyline

Madrid, in the seventeenth century. Abandoned at the doorstep of a monastery, Ambrosio has been brought up by the Capucin Friars. After becoming a friar himself, he becomes an unrivaled preacher whose sermons draw crowds and earn him the admiration of all. Admired for his extreme rigor and absolute virtue, Ambrosio is certain he is safe from any temptation. But Satan has not said his final word...

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Plot Keywords:

remake | gothic | male frontal nudity | literary adaptation | based on book | 

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Genres:

Drama | Mystery | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for some sexuality, brief graphic nudity and violent images

Details

Official Sites:

Diaphana [fr] Official site [es]

Country:

Spain France

Language:

French

Release Date:

13 July 2011 (France)

Also Known As:

The Monk

Filming Locations:

Aiguamúrcia, Tarragona, Cataluña, Spain

Box Office

Budget:

€11,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$8,418 (USA) (8 March 2013)

Gross:

$8,418 (USA) (8 March 2013)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Diaphana Films, Morena Films, El Monje La Pelicula AIE

Technical Specs

Runtime:

101 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby SR Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

French visa # 120426 delivered on 9-6-2011.

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Connections

Version of The Monk (1990)

User Reviews

One of the Greatest Masterpieces of Our Time

"Isn't it strange how we fail to see the meaning of things, until it suddenly dawns on us?"

Are monks greater than common people spiritually? Finally, this monk sees purity in common people more than him. What is right, what is wrong, who will decide it? What is sin, who will judge it? Is it church? Or priests? Is it relation between man and women a sin? It is the story of monk who has seen the cruelty of his traditional monkhood and illusions of his purity. At the time of facing world and his inner instincts, he becomes meaner than a criminal. His cruel pride of holiness becomes not but vein.

Director Dominik Moll becomes one of the great directors in the world with this move. The way he made this movie is highly spiritual. His insight is outstanding. Photography and music are soul stirring. Amazing sound recording and art.

Some Traditional Catholics may not like this movie. But seekers of truth belong to any religion must watch this movie. It is truly artistic and philosophical. It is highly recommended.