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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In this sci-fi TV movie, Emmanuelle explores her sexual desires in a world filled with passion, seduction, and erotic fantasies.
In a villa on Lake Como, Elio and Caterina's wedding day is disrupted by a newcomer who causes a series of expensive mistakes and accidents.
Seven more first-hand accounts of sexual awakening amongst school girls in the early Seventies.
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.
Monsignor follows the journey of a Catholic priest who gets entangled in crime, war, and scandal as he navigates through his personal and professional life. From his childhood friendship with a Sicilian mafioso to his involvement in the black market during World War II, he faces challenges that test his faith and moral compass. With themes of friendship, betrayal, and the complexities of the Catholic Church, Monsignor explores the dark underbelly of the priesthood.
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.
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.
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
The Red and the Black is a tragic love story set in 19th-century France. It revolves around the forbidden love between Julien Sorel, a young tutor from a lower class background, and Mathilde de La Mole, an aristocratic but married woman. Their love affair is filled with jealousy, ambition, and class differences, leading to a series of events that ultimately result in tragedy.
In the Name of the Pope King is a drama film set in Rome in 1867. It tells the story of a young rebel and a Catholic priest who form an unlikely bond. The film explores themes of rebellion, religion, and the separation of church and state. As they navigate their complex relationship, they face challenges from both society and their own personal beliefs.
Lady of the Camelias tells the story of a young woman, suffering from tuberculosis, who becomes a famous courtesan in Paris. Based on a novel, the film explores themes of love, illness, and societal expectations.
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.
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.