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 Martha K. Baker (133) for KDHX (St. Louis) (284) on 22 Nov 2017

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Novitiate is a fascinating, unblinking yet respectful look at a time and place — a women’s community where a visiting archbishop (Denis…

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By Greatmartin (455) on 27 Nov 2017

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By Matthew D (1,591) on 09 Aug 2018

A melodramatic, but thoughtful approach to religion. Margaret Betts directs Novitiate with a swift style and beautiful cinematography…

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