The Crime of Father Amaro (2002)
Adult themes, low level sex scenes
| Director: | Carlos Carrera |
| Actors: | Gael Garcia Bernal, Sancho Gracia, Ana Claudia Talancon, Ana Claudia Talancón |
Recently ordained a priest, 24 year-old Father Amaro (Gael Garcia Bernal) is sent to a small parish church in Los Reyes, Mexico. Upon arrival, he soon discovers that corruption and the Church are old acquaintances in Los Reyes. At first shocked, he soon finds himself in a moral predicament of his own when Amelia, a beautiful 16 year-old girl whose religious devotion borders on obsession, falls deeply in love with the tempted priest, and they soon become entangled in a passionate sexual relationship. Torn between the divine and the carnal, the righteous and the unjust, Father Amaro must summon the strength to choose which life he will lead.
| Status: | Normal |
|---|---|
| Run time: | 114mins |
| Origin: | ARGENTINA |
| Aspect Ratio: | 1.85:1 16:9 Enhanced |
If you like this, try these:
Member Reviews (13)
13 Member
Reviews
Brian M.
says
And a half. Turgid, unconvincing melodrama. Very disappointing.
In my review of Bad Education I pondered "Has Gael Garcia Bernal ever made a bad movie?" Well now I know he has!!! And to think that, according to the blurb, this was a huge success in Mexico. They must be hard up for quality entertainment.
Helene C.
says
girlster
says
This film is terrible to say the least! Why hunk Gael Garcia Bernal accepted this role is beyond me - he must have been desperate!!! Think twice before renting! Be warned - it's awful.
Charles T.
says
Peter F.
says
Not a great film. The producer hoped for a lot more shock value from the audience. I can understand why it was lacking
franksting
says
I was quite diappointed by this one. I expected a lot more from it - but it seems they tried to fit WAY too much into the story line. Gael Garcia Marquez probably attracts all the fans of the Motor Cycle Diaries, but he overplayed his part here.
Jill Shepherd
says
Nigel Rose
says
Patricia Tsiatsias
says
Trevor Harrison
says
Trevor Harrison
says
Kathryn Hartigan
says
paul
says