Diary of a Country Priest (1954)
A priest of humble origin, lost in the maze of worldiness
Storyline
An inexperienced, sickly priest shows up in the rural French community of Ambricourt, where he joins the community's clergy. But the locals don't take kindly to the priest, and his ascetic ways and unsociable demeanor make him an outcast. During Bible studies at the nearby girls school, he is continually mocked by his students. Then his attempt to intervene in a family feud backfires into a scandal. His failures, compounded with his declining health, begin to erode his faith.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Journal d'un curé de campagne |
|---|---|
| Release date | Apr 5, 1954 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, small town, faith, priest, black and white, rural area |
FAQ
What is Diary of a Country Priest about?
An inexperienced, sickly priest shows up in the rural French community of Ambricourt, where he joins the community's clergy. But the locals don't take kindly to the priest, and his ascetic ways and unsociable demeanor make him an outcast. During Bible studies at the nearby girls school, he is continually mocked by his students. Then his attempt to intervene in a family feud backfires into a scandal. His failures, compounded with his declining health, begin to erode his faith.
When was Diary of a Country Priest released?
Diary of a Country Priest was released on Apr 5, 1954 (status: Released).
Who directed Diary of a Country Priest?
Robert Bresson directed Diary of a Country Priest.
What is the TMDB rating of Diary of a Country Priest?
Diary of a Country Priest has a TMDB rating of 7.5/10 from 291 votes.