Rent The Magdalene Sisters (2002)

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1h 54min
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Synopsis:
Margaret, Rose and Bernadette arrive together at the Magdalene Laundries, an institution for 'fallen' women, where they will atone for their sins through a regimented life of work and prayer. Overseen by the monstrous Sister Bridget (Geraldine McEwan), they soon learn that friendship and conversation is frowned upon, as they are stripped of their liberty and dignity. Yet within the confines of this regime, a loyal bond develops between feisty Bernadette, headstrong Margaret and dreamy Rose, as they find moments of comfort and even laughter, and a hope that surpasses their daily hardship.
Based on the true story of the thousands of women who passed through the gates of the Magdalene Laundries and into a chapter of Ireland's history that will never be forgotten.
Actors:
, , , , , , , , Eithne McGuinness, , , , , , , Kate Christie, , Jemma Heath, Anita Hyslop, Marianne McGill
Directors:
Writers:
Peter Mullan
Others:
Frances Higson
Studio:
Momentum
Genres:
Drama
Collections:
A Brief History of Films About Nuns, All the Twos: 1972-2012, Lions on the Lido, The Instant Expert's Guide to Todd Haynes
Countries:
Ireland
Awards:

2002 Venice Film Festival Golden Lion

BBFC:
Release Date:
01/09/2003
Run Time:
114 minutes
Languages:
English Dolby Digital 5.1
Subtitles:
None
DVD Regions:
Region 2
Formats:
Pal
Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen 1.78:1 / 16:9
Colour:
Colour
Bonus:
  • Director's Commentary
  • 2 Short Films by Peter Mullan: 'Fridge & Close'
  • Cast Auditions Footage
  • Audio Descriptive Track
  • Trailer

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Powerful True Story. - The Magdalene Sisters review by Steve

Spoiler Alert
23/09/2014

Heartbreaking expose of the abuse suffered by Irish girls at the hands of the Catholic church, deemed to have transgressed often in vague, uncertain ways. Geraldine McEwan is horrifying as the head of a convent run workhouse. An angry reminder of the exploitation often visited on the poor and the powerless.

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