Movie

Behind the Veil: Nuns

★ 7.0(1)19842h 11m

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Good to know

Director: Margaret Wescott
Release date: 1984-09-19
Runtime: 2h 11m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Canada
Studio: Studio D (NFB)

About Behind the Veil: Nuns

Behind the Veil: Nuns is a 1984 movie in the Documentary and History genres, directed by Margaret Wescott, starring Gloria Demers. It has a runtime of 2 hours 11 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Behind the Veil: Nuns in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The history of nuns mirrors the history of all women -- in what we are taught about the past, women are almost invisible. Although today's one million nuns outnumber priests two to one, they must struggle to be heard by the all-male Roman Catholic hierarchy from which they are excluded. Behind the Veil: Nuns is the first film ever to record from a global perspective the turbulent history and remarkable achievements of women in religion, from pre-Christian Celtic communities to the radical sisters of the 1980s. Contemporary nuns of strength, dignity and commitment speak of their lives and of their predecessors.

Cast

Gloria Demers

Narrator (voice)

Themes & keywords

nunreligioncatholicmisogynywomen

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Behind the Veil: Nuns in South Africa?+

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Is Behind the Veil: Nuns on Netflix?+

Behind the Veil: Nuns is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Behind the Veil: Nuns?+

Behind the Veil: Nuns has a runtime of 2 hours 11 minutes (131 minutes).

Who stars in Behind the Veil: Nuns?+

Behind the Veil: Nuns stars Gloria Demers.

When did Behind the Veil: Nuns come out?+

Behind the Veil: Nuns is a 1984 movie directed by Margaret Wescott.

What genre is Behind the Veil: Nuns?+

Behind the Veil: Nuns is Documentary and History film.

Who directed Behind the Veil: Nuns?+

Behind the Veil: Nuns was directed by Margaret Wescott.