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2005 Movie Drama 97 min
By: Bernard Émond With: Patrick Drolet, Marie-Josée Bastien, Élise Guilbault

The faith of a caring physician and an unquestioningly religious youth is shaken to the core when the pair is inexplicably brought together.

Filmium rating
77%

Mood

Depressive
Hopeful
Melancholic
Reflective
Religious
Serious
Thoughtful

Cast & Crew

Bernard Émond
Marie-Josée Bastien
Patrick Drolet
Élise Guilbault
Elise Guilbault

Director

Bernard Émond

Author

Bernard Émond

Cast

Ensemble Cast
Strong Performances

Crew

Experienced Crew
Quality Production

Production Company

Independent Production

Director of Photography

Jean-Claude Labrecque

Composer, Original Music

Robert Marcel Lepage

Producer

Unknown Producer

Adaptation

Original Screenplay

Budget

Mid-Budget

Cinematic Technique

Close-Up
Close-Ups
Intimate
Intimate Framing
Natural Lighting

Film Movements

Canadian Cinema

Narrative Structure

Character-Driven
Character-Focused
Linear
Theological Trilogy

Pace

Contemplative
Deliberate
Moderate
Slow

Runtime

Standard Runtime

Soundtrack

Emotive Score
Reflective Music

Style

Character-Driven
Cinematic
Dramatic
Emotional
Realistic

Time-Period

2000S
Contemporary

Central Conflict

Faith Vs. Atheism
Faith Vs. Despair
Hope And Despair
Life And Death
Personal Crisis

Characters

Atheist Doctor
Frank
Grandmother
Jeanne
Religious Man

Ending

Ambiguous
Bittersweet
Hopeful
Reflective
Spiritual Resolution

Historical Context

Contemporary Issues
Early 2000S

Key Plot Points

Doctor'S Depression
Medical Crisis
Personal Trauma
Prayers For A Miracle
Spiritual Quest

Plot

Depression
Despair
Faith
Faith Exploration
Faith Vs. Atheism
Family Loss
Mental Health
Miracle Prayer
Personal Struggle
Religious Faith
Suicide

Setting

Contemporary Canada
Hospital
Montreal
Refuge
Religious Spaces
Urban Environment

Shooting Location

Canada
Montreal

Theme

Despair
Faith
Faith And Doubt
Family Loss
Mental Health
Search For Meaning
Spirituality

Genre

Drama
Psychological
Religious
Religious Film

Audiences

Adults
Art-House Audience
Drama Enthusiasts
Philosophical Viewers
Religious Viewers

Titles

Novena

Awards

Best Actor
Prix Jutra Nominations

Box Office Success

Unknown

Critical Reception

Positive Reviews

Festivals

Locarno Film Festival

Popularity

Cult Following

Ratings

Unknown

Reception

Award-Winning
Awards
Awards Recognition
Best Actress
Critical Acclaim
Jutra Nominations
Positive Reception

Production Countries

Canada

Release Year

2005
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