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The Forbidden Christ (1951)

  • 99 min
  • Drama
  • imdb logo 7.1/10 (271 votes)

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Plot

In the aftermath of World War II, a palpable tension shrouds the quaint village of Toscana as Bruno Baldi, a former POW, returns with a heart ablaze for revenge. His brother, Giulio, has been betrayed by a peer and mercilessly executed by a German firing squad. Yet, in an attempt to stave off further bloodshed, the villagers, including his own family, keep the traitor's identity a secret, opting for silence over justice. As the villagers embark on their traditional religious festivities, the plot thickens when Antonio, Bruno's closest ally, offers a shocking confession. He admits to killing a man two decades prior in America, an act that has left him grappling with guilt and remorse. He further unravels another murky secret that sends ripples through the village. The Forbidden Christ paints a vivid picture of a community in turmoil, testing the boundaries of forgiveness and vengeance. As the shroud of secrecy lifts, the cost of truth emerges, leaving Bruno and the villagers at the precipice of a moral dilemma. Will they choose the path of revenge or reconciliation? This gripping narrative weaves together a tale of betrayal, secrets, and the haunting echoes of past sins.

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The Forbidden Christ is a drama movie featuring Raf Vallone and directed by Curzio Malaparte.

The Forbidden Christ is currently streaming on Fandor Amazon Channel.