October Film Discussion: Léon Morin, prêtre (in English)

The Federation of AF USA’s One Film One Federation program is pleased to announce a series of film discussions this fall in partnership with the Jean-Pierre Melville Foundation centered around four films by the famous French director, Jean-Pierre Melville. Participants are encouraged to watch the films via streaming before each discussion. Discussions will be held via Zoom on the 4th Monday of the month (except for December, which will be the 3rd Monday.)

October: Léon Morin, prêtreDirector: Jean-Pierre MelvilleStarring: Jean-Paul Belmondo, Emmanuelle Riva, Irène Tunc, Marc EyraudWatch on: Kanopy, The Criterion Channel, Kino Now

During World War II, in occupied France, the atheist Barny decides to baptize her half-Jewish daughter to protect her. She begins a series of conversations with the priest Léon Morin about themes related to religion and Catholicism. The result is her eventual conversion – as well as an unrequited passion for the priest.

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