The True Story of the Nun of Monza

The True Story of the Nun of Monza

What happened within the walls of the convent of Monza ... she will never ever forget.

Directed by Bruno Mattei

Produced by Cinemec Produzione

198079 min4.4 / 10

A dark historical drama about religious hypocrisy and sexual transgression within convent walls, exploring the corruption of sacred spaces and the vulnerability of those bound by vows.

Sister Virginia de Leyva becomes the new Mother Superior at the convent of Monza. Said convent turns out to be a veritable hotbed of sinful carnality and depravity. Debauched priest Don Arrigone and lecherous womanizer Giampaolo Osio plot to seduce sister Virginia. But will their wicked and lustful actions continue to go unnoticed?

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  • Does The True Story of the Nun of Monza end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.

  • Is The True Story of the Nun of Monza easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.

  • Is The True Story of the Nun of Monza sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is The True Story of the Nun of Monza scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.

  • Is The True Story of the Nun of Monza violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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