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What are some other recommended strong Catholic-themed movies?


I'm a cradle Catholic, who was raised in all of the traditions and beliefs, and continue to practice the faith (though am no longer devout), and totally gobble up a movie/mini-series like this, as I so "get" it. Catholic religious life, or otherwise an all-pervasive Catholic overtone, or underlying theme, as depicted in movies, greatly appeals to me. What are some other strong Catholic-themed movies (I don't mean bland reverent biopics, but more so thought-provoking type films - with some edge is always a plus) that others can recommend? Some - besides "Brideshead" - that I can think of are I Confess, The Nun's Story, and Agnes of God. I'm not interested in Catholic-bashing movies, but in films that, like the above, take Catholicism seriously and treat it respectfully, even if conflicting views, and some scandalous story-lines, may be involved. Any recommendations?

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"A man for all seasons"

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"A Man for All Seasons"

"The Keys of the Kingdom"

"Saving Grace"

"Song of Bernadette"

"The Mission"

"Ben Hurr"

"Lillies of the Field"

"The Jeweller’s Shop"

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