The Divine Order (2017): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
The Divine Order is a 2017 comedy drama directed by Petra Biondina Volpe, starring Marie Leuenberger as Nora, Maximilian Simonischek and Sibylle Brunner. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $195,081 worldwide. Critics gave it 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Petra Biondina Volpe
- Original language
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German
- Studio
- Kino Lorber
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Divine Order About?
The premise of The Divine Order without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In 1971 Switzerland, Nora, a dedicated homemaker, challenges the country's traditional societal norms and becomes a prominent figure in the burgeoning women's suffrage movement. Her decision to fight for equality sparks controversy and resistance, leading to ridicule and threatening her established life and marriage. As Nora confronts the complexities of liberation, she inspires others to question the status quo and fight for a more equitable future.
The Divine Order Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- triple f rated
- feminism
- f rated
- year 1971
- written by director
- voice over narration
- reference to may 1968
- rural setting
- snow
- farm
- grandfather
- porn magazine
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- clitoris
- title directed by female
- village
- riding a bicycle
- teenage girl
- hanging laundry
- globe
- bus
- motorcycle
- women's rights
- women's suffrage
- politics
- husband wife relationship
- husband wife conflict
- adultery
- bible quote
- hair salon
- hairdressing salon
- strike
- death
- funeral
- church
- priest
- voting
- voting results
- sex scene
- additional footage during credits
- ends with historical notes
- what happened to epilogue
- protest march
- disco ball
- referendum
- emancipation
- voting rights
- rolling pin
- laundry drying on a clothesline
- sock
- zurich switzerland
The Divine Order Cast & Characters
Marie Leuenberger leads the cast as Nora, with Maximilian Simonischek as Hans and Sibylle Brunner as Vroni. Directed by Petra Biondina Volpe; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Petra Biondina Volpe
- Marie Leuenberger as Nora
- Maximilian Simonischek as Hans
- Sibylle Brunner as Vroni
- Marta Zoffoli as Graziella
Also Starring in The Divine Order
· 6 more- Therese Affolter Dr. Charlotte Wipf
- Rachel Braunschweig Theresa
- Bettina Stucky Magda
- Peter Freiburghaus Gottfried
- Finn Sutter Luki
- Noe Krejcí Max
More from Petra Biondina Volpe
More films directed by Petra Biondina Volpe, best-rated first: Late Shift and Late Shift.
The Divine Order Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Divine Order 85% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 68/100, strongest in character & emotion (75) and weakest in rewatch factor (55).
The Divine Order Echo Score Breakdown
The Divine Order delivers a moderately engaging drama with commendable character work but limited narrative depth. It strikes a balance between brisk pacing and personal moments, anchored by Leuenberger’s performance. While the film’s treatment of feminist themes brings timely resonance and the anthemic soundtrack adds warmth, the predictable plotting and occasional lack of complexity temper its impact. Overall, it offers a satisfying but not fully compelling experience.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 65
In terms of art and craft, Volpe’s direction maintains a steady rhythm and highlights personal moments with clarity. The film’s editing supports its brisk 96-minute runtime without feeling forced. Production design and cinematography provide a coherent period atmosphere, though they rarely venture beyond competent execution. Overall, the visual storytelling feels serviceable if not notably inventive.
- Character & Emotion 75
In terms of character and emotion, Leuenberger’s portrayal of Nora brings understated depth and emotional resonance, capturing both vulnerability and determination. Supporting characters are given space to breathe, and the film’s lyrics-driven anthems help convey interpersonal dynamics. However, some figures feel broadly drawn and lack inner complexity. Overall, the central performances elevate the narrative despite occasional superficiality.
- Story & Flow 60
In terms of story and flow, the film unfolds with measured pacing and clear narrative structure. The brisk 96-minute runtime keeps events moving without feeling rushed. However, the plot often follows predictable beats and avoids deeper complexity, reducing opportunities for surprising developments. Overall, the storyline engages but lacks originality.
- Sensory Experience 60
In terms of sensory experience, the soundtrack’s use of period anthems provides a lively complement to the on-screen action. Sound design remains unobtrusive, supporting dialogue and ambient atmosphere. Visually, the film employs an understated color palette that aligns with its historical setting but seldom delivers striking imagery. Overall, the sensory elements are cohesive yet modest.
- Rewatch Factor 55
In terms of rewatch factor, the film’s thematic resonance and central performance offer some appeal upon subsequent viewings. The concise runtime and clear character arcs facilitate repeat engagement. However, the predictability of plot beats and limited narrative surprises may diminish its lasting appeal. Overall, the movie retains moderate rewatch value.
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IMDb 7.1 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 85% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 62%
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Metacritic 67 Metascore
User score 5.9
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TMDB 73% User score
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Letterboxd 3.6 /5
6 ratings
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Movie Insider 1.0 /5
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The Divine Order Plot Summary
What happens in The Divine Order from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the midst of the transformative 1970s, where black power, women’s liberation, and the sexual revolution swept across America, Nora Ruckstuhl, portrayed by Marie Leuenberger, finds herself confined to the mundane life of a housewife in a quaint Swiss farming village. Living with her husband, Hans (Maximilian Simonischek), their two sons, and her father-in-law, Nora feels increasingly discontented with her household duties. When she suggests returning to work to escape her boredom, Hans proposes having another child instead, dismissing her aspirations.
Full summary
The whole story of The Divine Order, scene by scene
The Divine Order Box Office
The Divine Order grossed $195,081 worldwide. $76,277 came from the US and Canada and $118,804 (61%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$195.1K
- US & Canada
- $76.3K
- International
- $118.8K
The Divine Order Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Divine Order.
How Well Do You Know The Divine Order?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the primary focus of Nora Ruckstuhl's struggle in the film?
The Divine Order Also Known As
22 alternative titles, including “L'ordine divino” and “L'ordre divin”.
- Also known as
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- L'ordine divino
- L'ordre divin
- Ossot seder
- A Ordem Divina
- Ordinul divin
- Божественный порядок
- Bozji red
- Les conquérantes
- Boski porządek
- Nye Tider
- Mulheres Divinas
- A nőkért
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- İlahi Düzen
- El orden divino
- 거룩한 분노
- 天道
- Ženou z boží vůle
- עושות סדר
- 老娘要革命
- Contro l'ordine divino
- Γυναίκες με τα Όλα τους
- L’ordre diví
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The Divine Order FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of The Divine Order, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Divine Order?
The Divine Order runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was The Divine Order released?
The Divine Order was released on October 27, 2017.
Who directed The Divine Order?
The Divine Order was directed by Petra Biondina Volpe.
More films by Petra Biondina Volpe Who is in the cast of The Divine Order?
The Divine Order stars Marie Leuenberger as Nora, Maximilian Simonischek as Hans and Sibylle Brunner as Vroni, among 10 credited actors.
How much did The Divine Order make at the box office?
The Divine Order grossed $195,081 worldwide ($76,277 domestic, $118,804 international).
How is The Divine Order rated?
The Divine Order has 7.1/10 on IMDb, 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, 67 on Metacritic and 73% on TMDB.
Does The Divine Order have a post-credit scene?
No. The Divine Order has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Divine Order in?
The original language of The Divine Order is German.
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