Black Robe

Black Robe
Black Robe
Genres: Adventure, Drama, History
Rating: 6.6
Language: en
Year:1991
Country:CA
Budget: 11 000 000 $
Runtime: 1h 41min
Tags: 17th century, algonquin indian, jesuits (society of jesus), journey, native american, quebec, wilderness

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Description:

Missionary Father LaForgue embarks on a journey to the New World driven by the fervor of spreading Catholicism among the Algonquin Indians. With cautious acceptance from the native community, he integrates himself into their way of life while attempting to subtly impose his strict religious ideals. The film explores themes of cultural clash, faith versus tradition, and the complexities of assimilation against one's will. Father LaForgue's mission becomes a delicate dance between respecting another culture while trying to change its core beliefs, shedding light on the challenges faced by both sides in the pursuit of harmony and understanding.

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