Corpus Christi

Sinner. Preacher. A Mystery.

Corpus Christi – A special Stay-at-Home Mayfair Virtual Cinema presentation!
Available as of Thursday May 21st!

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Daniel experiences a spiritual transformation in a detention center. Although his criminal record prevents him from applying to the seminary, he has no intention of giving up his dream and decides to minister a small-town parish.

Oscar nominee: Best International Feature Film!
CinEast: Critics’ Prize, and Special Jury Prize award winner!
Chicago International Film Festival: Best Actor (Bartosz Bielenia) award winner, and Best Film nominee!

98% Certified Fresh! “Led by an impressive performance from Bartosz Bielenia, Corpus Christi thoughtfully and engagingly examines questions of faith and redemption.” (Rotten Tomatoes)

“Expertly written by Mateusz Pacewicz, tautly directed by Komasa and filled with twists and surprises, “Corpus Christi” is riveting right up to its closing frame. The thrilling narrative power of complex moral decisions is simply not to be denied.” (Los Angeles Times)

4/4 Stars! “It’s a remarkable film…anchored by a terrific young actor” (San Francisco Chronicle)

A pious 20-year-old juvenile delinquent is sent to work at a sawmill in a small town; on arrival, he dresses up as a priest and accidentally takes over the local parish. The arrival of this young, charismatic preacher is an opportunity for the local community to begin the healing process after a tragedy that happened a year prior.
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