Mother Joan of the Angels (1961) Matka joanna od aniołów | Region-Free (Blu-Ray)

Rare HD 1080p print with English Subtitles.

Title: Mother Joan of the Angels (1961)

Alternate Title: Matka Joanna od Aniołów

Genre: Drama, Horror

Plot Synopsis:
In a 17th-century Polish convent, the Mother Superior, Joan, and several nuns exhibit signs of demonic possession. Father Józef Suryn arrives to investigate and perform exorcisms. As he delves deeper, he confronts his own spiritual struggles and temptations, questioning the nature of faith and evil.

Cast and Crew:

• Director: Jerzy Kawalerowicz
• Writers: Jerzy Kawalerowicz, Tadeusz Konwicki
• Cast:
  • Lucyna Winnicka as Mother Joan of the Angels
  • Mieczysław Voit as Father Józef Suryn / Rabbi
  • Anna Ciepielewska as Sister Małgorzata
  • Maria Chwalibóg as Antosia
  • Kazimierz Fabisiak as Father Brym

YouTube Trailer:
Mother Joan of the Angels | Trailer

IMDb Link:
Mother Joan of the Angels (1961)

Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. SilentDawn – ★★★★½
   “Austere and haunting, this film delves into the complexities of faith and possession with a chilling atmosphere. The performances are mesmerizing, and the stark cinematography enhances the sense of isolation and dread.”
2. Sally Jane Black – ★★★★
   “A deeply unsettling exploration of religious fervor and human vulnerability. The narrative is both compelling and disturbing, leaving a lasting impression on the viewer.”
3. Edgar Cochran – ★★★★½
   “A masterful depiction of spiritual conflict and the battle between good and evil. The film’s deliberate pacing and evocative imagery create a profound and thought-provoking experience.”

Meta Description:
“Mother Joan of the Angels” (1961), directed by Jerzy Kawalerowicz, is a Polish drama-horror film exploring demonic possession and spiritual turmoil in a 17th-century convent.