Misericordia

Misericordia

Some confessions come with a body count.

NR 2024 · 104 min · ★ 6.4 · Drama, Thriller, Comedy

Jérémie returns to his hometown for the funeral of his former boss, the village baker. He decides to stay for a few days with Martine, the man's widow. A mysterious disappearance, a threatening neighbor and a priest with strange intentions make Jérémie's short stay in the village take an unexpected turn.

Directed by Alain Guiraudie · Written by Alain Guiraudie

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