Set in the Italian Renaissance, The Borgias follows the Borgia family as they rise to power in the Catholic Church, engaging in schemes, murder, and forbidden relationships. The series explores themes of corruption, lust, and vendetta in a backdrop of political intrigue and power struggles.
The Thorn Birds is a TV mini-series set in Queensland, Australia in the 1920s and 1960s. It tells the story of a forbidden love affair between a Catholic priest and a woman, and explores themes of generational family sagas, literature, and the Catholic Church.
The Devils is a dark and provocative drama set in seventeenth century France, where an evil Catholic priest named Urbain Grandier wreaks havoc on a small town. Amidst political and religious turmoil, Grandier's lust for power leads him to manipulate and exploit the town's women, leading to mass hysteria and sexual perversion. The film explores themes of religious fanaticism, repressed sexuality, and the corrupting influence of power.
A young woman who escaped from prison is eventually captured and brought back. The evil warden decides to make her a pet project and tries to break her down with torture, gang rape and by turning her friends against her.
Based on a true story, The Magdalene Sisters depicts the lives of four young women who are sent to a Magdalene Asylum, a home for 'fallen' women run by the Catholic Church. They endure physical and psychological abuse, forced labor, and sexual harassment. The movie explores themes of religion, sin, and the fight for women's rights.
In a small Mexican province, a young priest named Padre Amaro is faced with temptation and scandal when he falls in love with a young woman while also dealing with drug trafficking and corruption within the Church.
Based on Eça de Queiroz's 1875 novel, the plot takes place in Leiria, Portugal, at the end of the 1860s, and follows the story of the forbidden passion between Amaro, a young priest, and Amélia, "the most beautiful girl in Leiria". Tense, emotional and rooted in personality conflicts, the series takes a critical look at society and the church in Portugal, in Leiria in the 19th century.
Seven more first-hand accounts of sexual awakening amongst school girls in the early Seventies.
A priest is drawn into a web of crime and corruption when he becomes embroiled in a dangerous mafia conspiracy, risking his vows and his life in the process.
The Bay Boy is a nostalgic and introspective drama about a teenage boy's journey of sexual awakening and loss of innocence in a conservative religious community. It explores themes of first sexual experiences, teen angst, and the impact of religion on sexuality. The protagonist becomes a witness to a murder and grapples with the guilt and fear associated with it. The film delves into the complex dynamics of mother-son relationships and features a controversial subplot involving a sexual relationship with a priest. Set in the picturesque Cape Breton, this movie captures the emotional turmoil and conflicts faced by the young protagonist.
In this sci-fi TV movie, Emmanuelle explores her sexual desires in a world filled with passion, seduction, and erotic fantasies.
Good King Dagobert follows the hilarious antics of a bumbling and lustful king in 7th century France. Dagobert's misadventures involve a virgin princess, confessions, hiding in a tree, ambushes, and encounters with monks and bishops. With mistaken identities and scandalous affairs, this comedy takes a hilarious look at power and the follies of royalty.
Breakfast on Pluto tells the story of Patrick 'Kitten' Brady, a transgender woman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery in 1970s Ireland. Kitten faces various challenges and encounters a diverse range of characters as she navigates her way through life, searching for love, identity, and acceptance.
When Father Joseph Hennessey visits the home of one of his parishioners to offer last rights,he becomes embroiled in a plot which ultimately shakes his faith to its very foundation. Intrigued by the dying man's mention of "Nim," and fascinated by the man's saintly demeanor, Father Joseph's curiosity is redoubled when a beautiful young woman enters his church to question the young priest about the deceased man. Father Joseph and the woman, whom he discovers to be the "Nim" in question, embark upon an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the man's death.
Camila is a tragic love story set in 1840s Argentina. It follows the forbidden romance between a young woman and a Jesuit priest. Their love is tested by societal norms, hypocrisy, and the Catholic Church's restrictive views on relationships. As their love grows, they must navigate hiding their feelings and the consequences that come with their secret affair. The story explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle for personal freedom.
A group of individuals experience a series of unexpected events as they navigate through a day filled with chaos and drama. Set against the backdrop of a changing moon, their lives intersect and clash, leading to unforeseen consequences.
Two back-to-back stories that deals with two "taboo" themes, the celibacy of the clergy in the episode of Renato Pozzetto and the homosexuality in the one with Nino Manfredi.
A Catholic priest grapples with his homosexuality while dealing with the challenges of priesthood and the expectations of the Catholic Church. His journey takes him through personal conflicts, homophobia, and a struggle to reconcile his desires with his faith.
A priest is suspected in the brutal murder of a young stripper. To prove his innocence, he descends into the world of strip clubs and pornography, hoping to catch the killer. The priest is hampered by the police and taunted by the killer. A friend of the stripper tries to help him before another life is claimed
Through her dreams, a middle-aged woman murders those responsible for her rape.