Storyline

A convicted murderer on Death Row and the nun who befriends him. Through the portrayal of finely drawn characters and their interactions as the days, hours, and minutes tick down to the condemned man's execution, powerful emotions are unleashed. While Matthew Poncelet and Sister Prejean desperately try to gain a stay of execution from the governor or the courts, scenes are intercut from the brutal crime, gradually revealing the truth about the events that transpired. In addition to her temporal help, the nun also tries to reach out spiritually and assist as a guide to salvation.

Plot Keywords

nun, solitary confinement, based on book, based on true story, repentance, capital punishment, execution, knife, photograph, rat, prison cell, singing, guilt, crying, bus, anger, louisiana, latex gloves, law, justice

Short Review

It's a strong film, made stronger by two terrific performances. Penn's acting has ruthless honesty.

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