Documentary
ON THE OTHER SIDE
"A contemplative portrait of the oldest Quebecois Benedictine convent, punctuated by prayer, work and games evenings."
20221h 24m
Directed by Lessandro Sócrates
Spoiler-Free
The oldest Quebecois Benedictine convent open its gates to a documentary filmmaker for the first time. Observed up close, life behind its walls is busier than one would expect. About twenty cloistered nuns, most of them over 70, share their daily life with diligence and humor.
Movie Vibe
Suspense5
Emotion5
Complexity6.8
Humor5.3
Realism9.2
Action5.4
Darkness5
Who would enjoy this
Recommended for
- ✓people who enjoy learning through film
May not appeal to
- –those seeking nonstop action
- –those looking for narrative fiction
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