By the Grace of God (2019) movie poster

By the Grace of God (2019)

Grâce à Dieu
ThumbScore
👍 71%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 86% (RT: 96%, MC: 75) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Director
François Ozon
Runtime
2h 17m
Country
Belgium, France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (584 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Metacritic
75
Cast
Melvil Poupaud as Alexandre Guérin
Denis Ménochet as François Debord
Swann Arlaud as Emmanuel Thomassin
Éric Caravaca as Gilles Perret
François Marthouret as Cardinal Philippe Barbarin
Bernard Verley as Father Bernard Preynat
Martine Erhel as Régine Maire
Josiane Balasko as Irène, Emmanuel's Mother
Most people think so. 71% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 584 votes. Critics gave it 86%.
Overview
Alexandre, a man in his 40s living in Lyon with his wife and children, discovers that the priest who abused him decades ago continues to work with children. He joins forces with others victims of the priest, to bring justice and “lift the burden of silence” about what they endured. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • François Ozon cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of By the Grace of God, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

By the Grace of God is a 2019 drama film directed by François Ozon. Alexandre, a man in his 40s living in Lyon with his wife and children, discovers that the priest who abused him decades ago continues to work with children. He joins forces with others victims of the priest, to bring justice and “lift the burden of silence” about what they endured.

The film has been rated by 584 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, By the Grace of God delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

By the Grace of God (2019) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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