The Devils
1971Directed by: Ken Russell
Starring: Vanessa Redgrave, Oliver Reed, Dudley Sutton
In 17th-century France, Father Urbain Grandier seeks to protect the city of Loudun from the corrupt establishment of Cardinal Richelieu. Hysteria occurs within the city when he is accused of witchcraft by the sexually repressed Sister Jeanne.
Drama
History
Faith and religion
Epic history and literature
Intense violence and sexual transgression
Graphic violence and brutal revenge
Religious faith, sin, and forgiveness
Challenging or sexual themes & twists
Powerful poetic and passionate drama
Faith and spiritual journeys