Magnificat 2023

Magnificat 2023

Magnificat 2023
1h 38m | Comedy, Drama, Crime | Release date: June 21, 2023 (France)

Storyline:

When an elderly priest died, the people in charge of his diocese discovered that it was a woman. Without anyone suspecting it, she had been practicing her vocation for years. Dismayed, the bishop decided to launch an investigation and asked the chancellor of the diocese to find out how, why and with what complicity such a deception was possible.

User review:

The parallel narrative of Thomas Rivière, son of Charlotte, played by Maxime Bergeron, who seeks to discover the identity of his father, adds an additional dimension to the intrigue. Charlotte’s refusal to reveal this information creates an interesting tension, highlighting the themes of truth and secrecy that permeate the film.

Magnificat is a film that keeps you in suspense from start to finish. Karin Viard delivers an exceptional performance as Charlotte, portraying a strong woman determined to discover the truth despite the obstacles. François Berléand, in the role of the bishop, brilliantly embodies a character who is loyal to the church and its principles.

Director: Virginie Sauveur
Writers: Virginie Sauveur, Nicolas Silhol, Anne-Isabelle Lacassagne
Stars: Karin Viard, François Berléand, Maxime Bergeron
Country of origin: France
Language: French