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Black Robe

1991

In the winter of 1634, an extraordinary man began a perilous journey into the North American wilderness.

Overview

Missionary Father LaForgue travels to the New World in hopes of converting Algonquin Indians to Catholicism. Accepted, though warily, by the Indians, LaForgue travels with the Indians using his strict Catholic rules and ideals to try and impose his religion.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
October 4, 1991
Original language
English
Spoken languages
Cree, English, Latin
Countries
Australia, Canada
Cinematography
Peter James
Budget
$11,000,000
Revenue
$8,211,952
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