The Monk

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2011-07-13

Languages:

French

Countries:

Spain, France

Runtime:

101 min

Rated:

R

IMDB Ratings:

5.8 (2827 Reviews)

Director:

Dominik Moll

Genres:

Drama Mystery Thriller

Cast:

Vincent Cassel Dèborah Franèois Josèphine Japy Sergi Lèpez

Writer:

Matthew Lewis (novel)

Dominik Moll (screenplay)

Anne-Louise Trividic (screenplay)

Fullplot:

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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