The Monk
Le Moine
1972 · 1h 34m · Drama, Horror · Belgium, France
Ambrosio is a monk who is sexually tempted by an emissary of the Devil, a young girl in monk's robes. After he has committed numerous crimes, it appears that he will be caught and punished by the Inquisition. Instead, he signs up on the Devil's team and wins his freedom.. and eventually, the papacy.
Directed by
Adonis KyrouBased on the novel by
Matthew Lewis6.0Smart score
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