Magnificat
By Virginie Sauveur
2023
Drama / Comedy
1h38
Synopsis
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.
Community Reviews
Viewers find 'Magnificat' a captivating and thought-provoking film that delves into the role of women in the Catholic Church with a mix of humor, depth, and emotion. Karin Viard's performance is consistently praised, and the film's ability to spark debate on significant religious and societal issues is highlighted. However, some noted the narrative occasionally suffers from pacing issues and unnecessary subplots, which detracts from the main storyline.
👍 Sparks significant debate on women's roles in religion.
👎 Some pacing issues and unnecessary subplots.
