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Movie Description
Jane Fonda portrays Dr. Livingston, a psychiatrist who is called in as part of the investigation when a dead infant is found at a convent. The child is found to belong to solemn, naive Sister Agnes (Meg Tilly), who offers little in the information about who the father is or why she committed the crime. The Mother Superior (Anne Bancroft) is willing to help in the investigation anyway she can, but when the idea of a virgin birth is suggested, the agnostic Dr. Livingston finds herself in a heated dialogue pitting faith against science. The screenplay was written by the author of the original stage play, John Pielmeier. Academy Award Nominations: 3, including Best Actress--Anne Bancroft.
Synopsis
A psychiatrist comes to examine a seemingly sweet, innocent nun accused of secretly killing her illegitimate baby. But the nun claims to remember nothing at all about a child.
What were the circumstances surrounding the baby? Was there a murder -- or was there a miracle?
Film Notes
Film was adapted from a stage play that starred only three actresses. It was fleshed out for the screen; for example, the character played by Jane Fonda was given an entire family in the film.
Shot in Metrocolor in Toronto and Quebec; recorded in Dolby.
Industry Reviews
"...Solidly-crafted....[Bancroft gives a] highly engaging performance....Meg Tilly is angelically beautiful..."
Variety - Cart. (08/21/1985)
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