What is The Unfrocked One?
The Unfrocked One is a film first released in 1954. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1954
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 107 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 26, 1954
- Studios
- Société Française de Cinématographie (SFC), Gaumont
- Genres
- Drama
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The Unfrocked One is a film first released in 1954. Catalogued under Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A disgraced priest's cynicism clashes with a devoted novice's faith.”
- Pierre Fresnay delivers a compelling lead performance
- The film won the Bronze Berlin Bear at the 4th Berlin International Film Festival
- It offers a nuanced look at faith and doubt
- Its deliberate pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate character‑driven dramas that examine religion and personal crisis.
The film’s serious tone and theological themes make it suited for mature audiences.
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What is the film about?
It follows a former priest who mocks Catholicism and a young man who tries to bring him back to the faith.
Who plays the title character?
Pierre Fresnay portrays Maurice, the defrocked priest.
When was the film released?
It premiered on 26 February 1954 in France.
Did the film receive any notable awards?
Yes, it won the Bronze Berlin Bear at the 4th Berlin International Film Festival.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a drama.