Flavia the Heretic

Flavia the Heretic

She launched a river of blood

Directed by Gianfranco Mingozzi

Produced by R.O.C., Cinéphonic

1974102 min5.9 / 10

A transgressive exploitation film that uses graphic violence and sacrilege within a convent setting to provoke and disturb, blending horror with religious transgression.

Puglia, southern Italy, around 1400. A convent is invaded by the Tarantula cult, whose fanatical and crazed members desecrate the sacred place by committing obscene and bloody acts.

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  • Is Flavia the Heretic easy watching? No. Less comforting than 99% of films.

  • Does Flavia the Heretic end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 99% of films.

  • Is Flavia the Heretic violent? Yes, very. More violent than 98% of films.

  • Is Flavia the Heretic scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 97% of films.

  • Is Flavia the Heretic sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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