Review of Novitiate (2017) by Carel D — 27 Apr 2018

I trained in the seminary. This was top class.

This review of Novitiate (2017) was written by Carel D on 27 Apr 2018.

Novitiate has generally received positive reviews.

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By Robin F (64) on 08 Jul 2018

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The probing of moral fluidity, coupled with strong performances, led by the indefatigable Melissa Leo, makes Novitiate a timely film about…

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By Scott M (2,584) on 04 Dec 2017

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By Steviegjd (120) on 25 Nov 2017

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By Evana H (1) on 20 Jul 2018

I would have given this movie a full 5 stars were it not for the (albeit beautiful) music drowning out some of the dialogue in the movie…

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By Amelie Lasker (25) for FF2 Media (39) on 24 Aug 2018

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By Martin W (305) on 14 Nov 2017

A very unusual and interesting film. Excellent acting…

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