Under threat by fundamentalist terrorists, a group of Trappist monks stationed with an impoverished Algerian community must decide whether to leave or stay.
Director:
Xavier Beauvois
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Cast
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| Lambert Wilson | ... | Christian | |
| Michael Lonsdale | ... | Luc | |
| Olivier Rabourdin | ... | Christophe | |
| Philippe Laudenbach | ... | Célestin | |
| Jacques Herlin | ... | Amédée | |
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Loïc Pichon | ... | Jean-Pierre |
| Xavier Maly | ... | Michel | |
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Jean-Marie Frin | ... | Paul |
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Abdelhafid Metalsi | ... | Nouredine |
| Sabrina Ouazani | ... | Rabbia | |
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Abdellah Moundy | ... | Omar (as Abdallah Moundy) |
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Olivier Perrier | ... | Bruno |
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Farid Larbi | ... | Ali Fayattia |
| Adel Bencherif | ... | Le terroriste | |
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Benaïssa Ahaouari | ... | Sidi Larbi |
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In 1996, in Algeria, eight French monks of The Monastery Notre-Dame de l'Atlas of Tibhirine have a simple life serving the poor community that was raised around the monastery. During the Algerian Civil War, they are threatened by terrorists but they decide to stay in the country and not return to France. Written by Claudio Carvalho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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In the face of terror, their greatest weapon was faith.Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG-13 for a momentary scene of startling wartime violence, some disturbing images and brief language | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
FranceRelease Date:
25 March 2011 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
De dioses y hombres See more »Edit
Box Office
Budget:
€4,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend USA:
$308,895, 27 February 2011, Limited ReleaseGross USA:
$3,954,651Company Credits
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Sound Mix:
Dolby DigitalColor:
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2.35 : 1
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Written by Lucien Deiss
(c) AELF / Lucien Deiss (DR) - Studio SM
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Included among the "1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die", edited by Steven Schneider. See more »Goofs
When Luc leans against the painting, his face and left hand touch it noticeably higher in the close-up than during the preceding shot. See more »Quotes
Christian: Once they were gone, all we had left to do was live. And the first thing we did was - two hours later - we celebrated the Christmas vigil and mass. It's what we had to do. It's what we did. And we sang the mass. We welcomed that child who was born for us absolutely helpless and already so threatened. Afterwards, we found salvation in undertaking our daily tasks: The kitchen, the garden, the prayers, the bells. Day after day, we had to resist the violence. And day after day, I think each of us ...See more »
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Cantique de Siméon (Sauve Nous Seigneur)Written by Lucien Deiss
(c) AELF / Lucien Deiss (DR) - Studio SM
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At the strong recommendation of the panel of 'Le Masque et La Plume' I went to see this film.
I was struck by, as others have said here, the fraternity that existed between the priests. I thought the most interesting aspect of the film was the relationship between the priests. At times you can feel the tension because of the strong decision they had to make. Also it being 7-8 men living together it was interesting to see the different personalities in a group environment; you have the natural leader, the introverted, the brave, the scared etc.etc.
I imagine like most people who've seen this film the performance by Wilson Lambert was very touching. He was totally believable as the cloister's leader.
Unfortunately the church is undergoing a very hard time in regards mostly to child abuse, it's nice to have a reminder of the positive aspects. I myself went to a catholic school with some Brothers and a monastery on campus. I have a very positive image.
Particular favourite scenes are when they prepare and sell the honey at market and of course when they listen to Swan Lake and enjoy a glass of wine.