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A Monk's Secret

2009Movie27 min

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A wholesome, slow-burning documentary movie about history and everyday modern life.

Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

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Story

This short documentary tells the story of a cheese—the famous Oka—and of the monks who make it. The Trappists in Oka, Quebec, began making the cheese around 1890, when a Trappist monk from France taught them the recipe, which dates back to the 11th century. Today, Brother Albéric continues to make the cheese at an abbey in Manitoba according to traditional methods and a secret recipe written in a mysterious notebook.

Feels like

  • Documentary
  • Food History
  • Monastic Life
  • Traditional Craft
  • Cultural Heritage
  • Wholesome Viewing
  • Calm
  • Informative
  • Slow Paced
  • Hidden Stories

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Music by
Jean Derome

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Facts

September 1, 2009 · 27 min · Documentary

Released
September 1, 2009
Runtime
27 min
Genres
Documentary
Original language
French
Made in
Canada
Available in
1 country

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Questions about A Monk's Secret

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Where can I stream A Monk's Secret?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is A Monk's Secret okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Can I half-watch A Monk's Secret?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching A Monk's Secret?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for wholesome and 6 for hopefulness.

Is A Monk's Secret in English?

French

No, it was made in French.