Léon Morin, Priest

Léon Morin, Priest

The widow Barny lives in Nazi-occupied France, looking after her half-Jewish daughter in a small village. When the Germans arrive, she decides to baptize her and chooses priest Léon Morin to do so. After spending some time with him, the relationship with her confessor turns into a confrontation with both God and her own repressed desire. 

Release Date

September 22, 1961

Status

Released

Original Title

Léon Morin, prêtre

Runtime

1h 57min

Budget

Revenue

Language

German, French, English