The Monk movie poster

The Monk

November 2, 1972 1h 34m 5.4/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1972. The Monk is a drama/horror film. directed by Adonis Kyrou.

Starring Franco Nero, Nathalie Delon, and Nicol Williamson

Synopsis

Ambrosio is a monk who is sexually tempted by an emissary of the Devil, a young girl in monk's robes. After he has committed numerous crimes, it appears that he will be caught and punished by the Inquisition. Instead, he signs up on the Devil's team and wins his freedom.. and eventually, the papacy.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 2, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 34m 94 minutes total
User Rating 5.4/10 Mixed (9 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country Belgium + 3 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Tritone Cinematografica
  • Maya Films
  • Studio Films
  • Comacico

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Monk about?

Ambrosio is a monk who is sexually tempted by an emissary of the Devil, a young girl in monk's robes. After he has committed numerous crimes, it appears that he will be caught and punished by the I...

Who directed The Monk?

The Monk was directed by Adonis Kyrou.

How long is The Monk?

The Monk has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).

When was The Monk released?

The Monk was released on November 2, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Monk?

The main cast of The Monk includes Franco Nero, Nathalie Delon, Nicol Williamson, Nadja Tiller, Eliana De Santis.