By the Grace of God

By the Grace of God

Directed by François Ozon

Produced by Mandarin Films Productions Ltd., SCOPE Pictures

2019137 min7.1 / 10

A grave, methodical examination of institutional abuse and survivor solidarity, grounded in the painful work of breaking silence and demanding accountability.

Alexandre, a man in his 40s living in Lyon with his wife and children, discovers that the priest who abused him decades ago continues to work with children. He joins forces with others victims of the priest, to bring justice and “lift the burden of silence” about what they endured.

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  • Is By the Grace of God sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.

  • Is By the Grace of God scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Is By the Grace of God violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.

  • Is By the Grace of God easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.

  • Does By the Grace of God end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 58% of films.

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