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The Unfrocked One 1954

Status
Released
Runtime
107 minutes
Director
Léo Joannon
Networks
Société Française de Cinématographie (SFC), Gaumont
★ TMDB users: 5.2/10 Drama Released
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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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Rating
★ TMDB users: 5.2/10
Episode runtime
~107 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Société Française de Cinématographie (SFC), Gaumont

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The Unfrocked One is a film first released in 1954. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Société Française de Cinématographie (SFC), Gaumont. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A disgraced priest's cynicism clashes with a devoted novice's faith.”

Reasons to watch
  • 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
Keep in mind
  • 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.

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