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THEME EXPLORATION

heresy and doctrine

2 films · 3 directors

Tracing the thread…

FILMS THAT EXPLORE THIS
The Passion of Joan of Arc
The Passion of Joan of Arc
1928 · Carl Theodor Dreyer
Agostino d’Ippona
Agostino d’Ippona
1972 · Roberto Rossellini
DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS
Carl Theodor Dreyer → Denmark

His masterpiece 'The Passion of Joan of Arc' examines the clash between individual faith and institutional religious doctrine through the persecution of a heretic.

Luis Buñuel → Spain

His surrealist films consistently challenge Catholic doctrine and religious orthodoxy, exploring the tension between desire and religious law.

Pier Paolo Pasolini → Italy

His work controversially interrogates Christian doctrine and dogma, questioning institutional religion while exploring spiritual and heretical alternatives.

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