Act of the Heart
1970 · 103 min · ★ 4.5 · Drama
A woman's peculiar religious convictions lead her on a self-destructive path.
Directed by Paul Almond · Written by Paul Almond
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Geneviève Bujold Martha Hayes -
Donald Sutherland Father Michael Ferrier - M Monique Leyrac Johane Foss
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Sharon Acker Adele -
Eric House Choirmaster - R Ratch Wallace Diedrich
- B Billy Mitchell Russell Foss
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Gilles Vigneault Coach Ti-Jo - J Jean Dalmain Party
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Claude Jutra Party -
François Tassé Party -
Jean Duceppe Parks Commisioner
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