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Aug 1, 2014 · A mordant sense of duality that eventually takes on near-apocalyptic dimensions runs through this very darkly comic tale, telling a week in the life of Father James. Sunday kicks off pretty horribly.
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Jan 27, 2018 · In John Michael McDonagh's wonderful philosophical black comedy Calvary, a good priest receives a death threat during a confessional giving him a week to sort out his affairs.
Jan 15, 2015 · I've read the interesting question regarding the death of the priest's dog in the movie Calvary, and the discussion about that. The question I have is regarding the very last scene, in which the priest's daughter Fiona is shown visiting the killer in prison. What are we supposed to make of that?
- Moral Terror in An Arrestingly Beautiful Environment
- Gallows Humor and Unusual Sets
- A Must-See
Father Lavelle appears to be a truly good man, with a good heart – Brendan Gleeson plays him convincingly and with integrity. He’s like a giant cuddly teddy bear, and he just wants the world to be a better place. Nevertheless, he is disillusioned, disappointed by the people around him. His composure starts to crack when on the third day, his church...
When Calvary was announced and I saw it was tagged as a comedy, I was disappointed. I thought this topic was not at all suitable for light humor. Thankfully, while Calvary is very funny at times, it definitely can’t be said it’s light. The humor is cutting, dark and witty. The sets are unusual and frequently arresting, the prime example being the s...
Calvary has gone relatively unnoticed, it seems, but it’s an absolute must-see. The performances are on-point, particularly that of Brendan Gleeson, who is convincing and soulful. The direction and script are excellent, as is the cinematography. It’s a beautiful piece of art, a movie that makes you think – not just on moral decisions of people in g...
Plot. Father James accepts confession from an unseen person, a victim of priest sexual abuse. The confessor says their abuser is dead and the Catholic community is largely indifferent, so they will murder an innocent priest to draw greater outrage. The confessor gives James until next Sunday to put his affairs in order.
Mar 14, 2024 · This Irish drama depicts the anguish of clerical sex abuse in unflinching terms and incomparable depth, which makes it essential viewing for twenty-first-century Catholics who are serious about understanding and healing the Church’s wounds.
Explore the poignant ending of 'Calvary,' where Father James confronts his faith and the dark secrets of his parish, leading to a powerful, redemptive conclusion.
