The Pastor of Reigi

Overview

Pastor Paul Lempelius comes to the island of HIiumaa that seems to be like the world's end. While serving the pastorate of Reigi in spirit and in truth, Lempelius hopes to get rid of the burden of destiny. However, the local people favour pagan traditions and distrust the strict kingdom of God that Lempelius teaches them. The pastor's beautiful yet childless wife Catharina yearns for joy of life and tenderness that she won't receive from his husband. Instead, a young assistant pastor Jonas Kempe offers her his love. Their love, disregarding all laws, and the primal lifestyle of the islanders will become the touchstone for Lempelius' redemption.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

February 27, 1978

Original language

Estonian

Spoken languages

Estonian

Countries

Soviet Union

Production

Tallinnfilm

Cast

Merle Talvik,Siim Rulli,Heino Mandri,Tiina Mets,Mikk Mikiver,Evald Aavik,Tõnu Mikiver,Väino Laes,Elle Kull,Külliki Saldreand 8 more

Director

Jüri Müür

Writer

Valentin Kuik,Aino Kallas

Producer

Raimund Felt

Cinematography

Mikhail Dorovatovskiy

Music

Eino Tamberg

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0446449