Under the Sun of Satan

Under the Sun of Satan

Directed by Maurice Pialat

Produced by Erato Films, Films A2

198798 min6.0 / 10

A dark, spiritually intense drama about a priest's struggle against demonic temptation while attempting to redeem a troubled young woman haunted by her own violence.

Satan tempts Father Dossignan, who is trying to save the soul of a young girl who killed one of her lovers.

Questions people ask

  • Is Under the Sun of Satan sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.

  • Is Under the Sun of Satan scary? Yes. More frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is Under the Sun of Satan easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.

  • Does Under the Sun of Satan end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.

  • Is Under the Sun of Satan violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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