The Nun

Synopsis

Suzanne Simonin describes her life of suffering in letters. As a young woman she is sent to a convent against her will. Since her parents cannot afford the dowry required for a marriage befitting her rank they decide she must instead become a nun. Although a kind and understanding Mother Superior helps her to learn the convent’s daily routine, Suzanne’s desire for freedom remains unabated. When the Mother Superior dies, Suzanne finds herself faced with reprisals, humiliation and harassment at the hands of the new Abbess and the other Sisters. For many years, Suzanne is subjected to bigotry and religious fanaticism. (Berlinale.de)

Cast

Pauline Étienne

Suzanne Simonin

Isabelle Huppert

Superior Saint-Eutrope

Louise Bourgoin

Superior Christine

Martina Gedeck

Suzanne's mother

Agathe Bonitzer

Sister Thérèse

Alice de Lencquesaing

Sister Ursule

Marc Barbé

Father Castella

Françoise Lebrun

Madame de Moni

Gilles Cohen

Suzanne's father

Pascal Bongard

Archdeacon