Plot — What is Diary of a Country Priest about?
An inexperienced, sickly priest shows up in the rural French community of Ambricourt, where he joins the community's clergy. But the locals don't take kindly to the priest, and his ascetic ways and unsociable demeanor make him an outcast. During Bible studies at the nearby girls school, he is continually mocked by his students. Then his attempt to intervene in a family feud backfires into a scandal. His failures, compounded with his declining health, begin to erode his faith.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1951 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | French |
| Runtime | 115 min |
| Audience Score | 75% (7.5/10, 291 votes) |
Diary of a Country Priest — FAQ
Is Diary of a Country Priest worth watching? Diary of a Country Priest holds a 7.5/10 rating from 291 viewers. An inexperienced, sickly priest shows up in the rural French community of Ambricourt, where he joins the community's clergy. But the locals don't take kindly to the priest, and his ascetic ways and unsociable demeanor ma
Who directed Diary of a Country Priest? Directed by Robert Bresson.
Who is in the cast of Diary of a Country Priest? It stars Claude Laydu, Jean Riveyre, Adrien Borel, Rachel Bérendt, Nicole Maurey, Nicole Ladmiral and more.
Where can I stream Diary of a Country Priest? Streaming availability for Diary of a Country Priest is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Diary of a Country Priest release? It released in 1951.
