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Corpus Christi

Name: Corpus Christi
Released: 2019

Boże Ciało

2019

A charismatic young ex-convict who found faith in reform school arrives in a small town and, impersonating a priest, unexpectedly takes over the parish, bringing genuine solace to a grieving community while living a dangerous lie. A gripping, Oscar-nominated drama.

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Part of 10 Essential Polish Films

This film is stop 9 of 10 in the hand-ranked native-cinema route through Poland. See the complete ranking or read the selection methodology.

Watching this film stamps Poland in the 196 country film challenge.