1988 · 1h 30m · Horror, Drama, Thriller, Crime
Genres: Horror, Drama, Thriller, Crime
The Penitent (1988) isn’t faith-affirming drama—it’s lurid exploitation mocking Catholic penitents. In a devout New Mexico/Mexico village reenacting Christ’s Passion (flagellation, crucifixion), jealous husband Ramon (Raúl Juliá) joins fanatical Penitentes while his virginal wife Celia falls for…
Director: Cliff Osmond
Writers: Cliff Osmond
Music by: Alex North
Cinematography: Robin Vidgeon