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Story of a Cloistered Nun (1973): Cast

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Story of a Cloistered Nun is a 1973 drama directed by Domenico Paolella, starring Eleonora Giorgi as Carmela Simoni, Suzy Kendall and Catherine Spaak. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes.

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Story of a Cloistered Nun (1973) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 37m (97 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
Italian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Story of a Cloistered Nun About?

The premise of Story of a Cloistered Nun without spoilers.

When young aristocrat Carmela refuses an arranged marriage, her family forces her into a cloister. Upon her arrival, the convent becomes a battlefield of desire and authority: the licentious nun Elizabeth and the austere Mother Superior both vie for Carmela’s affection, their rivalry intensified by her striking beauty.

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Cast & crew

Story of a Cloistered Nun Cast & Characters

Eleonora Giorgi leads the cast as Carmela Simoni, with Suzy Kendall as Mother Superior and Catherine Spaak as Sister Elisabeth. Directed by Domenico Paolella; 16 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Domenico Paolella

More films directed by Domenico Paolella: Gardenia, Stunt Squad, The Nun and the Devil and Execution.

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Story of a Cloistered Nun FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Story of a Cloistered Nun, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Story of a Cloistered Nun?

Story of a Cloistered Nun runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

When was Story of a Cloistered Nun released?

Story of a Cloistered Nun was released on November 9, 1973.

Who directed Story of a Cloistered Nun?

Story of a Cloistered Nun was directed by Domenico Paolella.

More films by Domenico Paolella

Who is in the cast of Story of a Cloistered Nun?

Story of a Cloistered Nun stars Eleonora Giorgi as Carmela Simoni, Suzy Kendall as Mother Superior and Catherine Spaak as Sister Elisabeth, among 16 credited actors.

Does Story of a Cloistered Nun have a post-credit scene?

No. Story of a Cloistered Nun has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Story of a Cloistered Nun in?

The original language of Story of a Cloistered Nun is Italian.

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