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Sister Smile

Name: Sister Smile
Released: 2001-02-12
Duration: 98 min

2001

Movie

98 min

Italian

Back in late 1963, a Belgian nun known only as Soeur Sourire, or Sister Smile, topped America's pop music charts with the relentlessly cheerful tune "Dominique," from an album of 12 songs that sold 1.5 million copies. From the little that is known of the ill-fated nun's life, Italy-based American writer-director Roger Deutsch has made the boldly speculative yet persuasive Italian-language film "Suor Sorriso" in which the nun (Ginevra Colonna) emerges as a tormented, unstable woman who abruptly left the convent after her recording triumph before taking her final vows. Running a shelter for wayward girls, she and another ex-nun (Simona Caparrini) enter a passionate, tumultuous and destructive affair. Colonna's volcanic Deckers craves spiritual redemption as well as the other woman's love but is so beset by demons that she embarks on a flamboyant, drug-fueled downward spiral that ultimately engulfs her lover as well as herself.

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Plot Summary

This documentary explores the life and music of Sister Smile, an enigmatic singer who gained a cult following in the late 20th century. The film delves into her unique vocal style, her spiritual influences, and the mystery surrounding her elusive public persona. It traces her journey from obscurity to becoming an icon for many, highlighting the profound impact of her music on listeners.

Critical Reception

Information on the critical reception of "Sister Smile" (2001) is scarce, suggesting it was a niche documentary with limited widespread release or review coverage. Any available commentary indicates it was appreciated by those who discovered it for its unique subject matter and atmospheric portrayal.

What Reviewers Say

Praised for its intimate portrayal of a unique musical artist.
Appreciated for its atmospheric and mysterious tone.
Noted for its exploration of spiritual and musical influences.

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