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Last Rites (1988)

Last Rites (1988)
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In Last Rites a serious thriller on a sensational topic, a priest falls in love with a woman he is protecting. Father Michael (Tom Berenger), a priest with family ties to the mob, helps a woman on the run. Angela (Daphne Zuniga) is the mistress of a murdered Mafia Don, now being hunted by hitmen hired by the Don's infuriated wife. As Father Michael realizes he is falling in love, both his faith and his vows are severely tested. Directed with restraint and respect for the subject matter by Donald Bellisario, the film still caused controversy and was criticized because of love scenes between the priest and the woman. Despite this criticism and despite the fact that the film is somewhat slow and predictable, Last Rites has fine performances by its cast and is an entertaining thriller. ~ Linda Rasmussen, Rovi

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Starring:
Tom BerengerDaphne Zuniga, (more)
Director(s):
Donald P. Bellisario
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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In Last Rites a serious thriller on a sensational topic, a priest falls in love with a woman he is protecting. Father Michael (Tom Berenger), a priest with family ties to the mob, helps a woman on the run. Angela (Daphne Zuniga) is the mistress of a murdered Mafia Don, now being hunted by hitmen hired by the Don's infuriated wife. As Father Michael realizes he is falling in love, both his faith and his vows are severely tested. Directed with restraint and respect for the subject matter by Donald Bellisario, the film still caused controversy and was criticized because of love scenes between the priest and the woman. Despite this criticism and despite the fact that the film is somewhat slow and predictable, Last Rites has fine performances by its cast and is an entertaining thriller. ~ Linda Rasmussen, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
103 mins

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Director(s):
Donald P. Bellisario
Writer(s):
Michael BurtonDonald P. BellisarioGeorge More O'Ferrall
Producer(s):
Donald P. BellisarioPatrick McCormick
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Adult Situations, Nudity, Strong Sexual Content, Violence, Profanity, Not For Children)
Categories:
Mystery & Suspense
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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Sandra P.

This is a very thought provoking movie much like "The Cardinal" with Tom Tryon with a much different outcome. I was interested to learn that this is the only full feature film that Donald Bellisario wrote produced and directed. Perhaps it was a dark time in his life.

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