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The Jewish Cardinal

2013·Movie
1h 36min
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes88%71%

Where to watch

The RokuKanopyHooplaChai FlicksFilm Movement+Tubi TV

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The Jewish Cardinal fingerprint

Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, a real life story, and faith and meaning

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

The Jewish Cardinal tells the amazing true story of Jean-Marie Lustiger, the son of Polish-Jewish immigrants, who maintained his cultural identity as a Jew even after converting to Catholicism at a young age, and later joining the priesthood. Quickly rising within the ranks of the Church, Lustiger was appointed Archbishop of Paris by Pope John Paul II―and found a new platform to celebrate his dual identity as a Catholic Jew, earning him both friends and enemies from either group. When Carmelite nuns settle down to build a convent within the cursed walls of Auschwitz, Lustiger finds himself a mediator between the two communities―and he may be forced, at last, to choose his side.
Biographical DramaReligious IdentityHistorical ConflictInterfaith DialoguePolitical IntrigueCharacter StudyMoral DilemmasThought-ProvokingEuropean CinemaSpiritual Journey

Crew

Directed by:
Ilan Duran Cohen
Written by:
Chantal de Rudder, Ilan Duran Cohen
Produced by:
Tatiana Vialle, Joëy Faré
Composed by:
Nathaniel Méchaly

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Jewish Cardinal

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Where can I stream The Jewish Cardinal legally?

The RokuKanopyHooplaChai FlicksFilm Movement+Tubi TV

The Jewish Cardinal is included with a subscription to Chai Flicks and Film Movement+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Jewish Cardinal worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 88%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Jewish Cardinal?

1 h 36 min

The Jewish Cardinal runs 1 h 36 min.

Is The Jewish Cardinal based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Jewish Cardinal?

Critics88
Audiences69

Not quite. Critics rate The Jewish Cardinal higher (88) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Jewish Cardinal in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch The Jewish Cardinal?

7ATCACHDEESFRUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Jewish Cardinal in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.