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The Penitent (1988) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
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The Penitent is a 1988 horror, drama, thriller and crime film helmed by Cliff Osmond, featuring Raúl Juliá, Armand Assante and Martin LaSalle. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and came out on May 27, 1988. The Penitent has a TMDB rating of 6.6 out of 10 based on 5 votes.
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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 ex-con friend Juan (Armand Assante), sparking deadly love triangle amid rituals. Directed by Cliff Osmond, it sensationalizes "primitive brutal" self-mortification as barbaric cult, blending sex, betrayal, and gore—not exploring redemption or biblical penance. Secular gaze shames Hispanic Catholic traditions as repressed pathology. Cherry-picks extremism to caricature piety, ignoring healthy devotion. Obscure PG-13 thriller for grindhouse fans, not believers.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Penitent
What is the release date of The Penitent?
The Penitent was released on May 27, 1988.
How long is The Penitent?
The Penitent runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
Who is in the cast of The Penitent?
The Penitent stars Raúl Juliá as Ramon Guerola, Armand Assante as Juan Mateo, Martin LaSalle as Miguel and Rona De Ricci as Celia Guerola. The cast also includes Julie Carmen, Demián Bichir, Tina Romero and Justo Martínez.
Who directed The Penitent?
The Penitent was directed by Cliff Osmond. The screenplay is credited to Cliff Osmond.
What kind of movie is The Penitent?
The Penitent is listed on TMDB as a mix of horror, drama, thriller and crime.
What is the TMDB score of The Penitent?
On TMDB it has an average user score of 6.6/10 from 5 votes.
What should I watch if I liked The Penitent?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside The Penitent include Alice, Sweet Alice (1976), Rampage (1987), Caged (2021), Blackwater Lane (2024) and Black Caesar (1973).
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