Viridiana (1962)

On the precipice of surrendering herself entirely to her faith, young novice Viridiana is caught in an unexpected whirlwind of emotions and events. Coerced by the weight of familial obligation, she hesitantly embarks on a journey away from the familiarity of her convent to visit her lone relative - a scarcely remembered uncle. His welcome is warm, his estate vast, but under the surface lurks a disturbing infatuation, ignited by Viridiana's uncanny resemblance to his deceased wife. As Viridiana prepares to retreat back to her cloistered existence, her uncle's desperation peaks. He insists she remain, his veiled intentions revealing a desire to bind her to him not as a niece, but as a wife. His advances are met with a resolute refusal, triggering a chain of events steeped in tragedy. Plunged into solitude, a shadow of guilt hovers over Viridiana. She seeks redemption in altruism, transforming her uncle's grand estate into a sanctuary for the impoverished souls dotting its periphery. Yet, her noble intentions seem to breed nothing but chaos, painting a poignant picture of a world where even the most well-meaning actions can lead to unforeseen consequences. "Viridiana" is a haunting narrative of faith, desire, and the inherent complexity of human nature.

Viridiana is a drama movie featuring Silvia Pinal.

Viridiana is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on Criterion Channel.

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