The Devils (1971-07-16)

Drama | History | Horror |

Overview

Father Urbain Grandier’s unorthodox views of sex and religion make him a polarizing figure in 17th-century France. His outspokenness has amassed a passionate following of nuns and a respected reputation for protecting the city of Loudon from corruption. Grandier’s influence is then undermined following a sexually repressed nun’s accusation of witchcraft.

Directed By: Ken Russell

Star Cast: Vanessa Redgrave , Oliver Reed , Dudley Sutton , Max Adrian ,

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Status: Released
Runtime: 114m
Popularity: 1.9548
Language: en

Budget: $2,000,000
Revenue: $11,000,000

Vote Average: 7.5
Vote Count: 409

Keywords

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