The Penitente Murder Case (1936)
Directed by Harry J. Revier
Genres - Comedy, Drama, Crime |
Sub-Genres - Parody/Spoof |
Release Date - Apr 12, 1936 (USA - Unknown) |
Run Time - 70 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis
Fact and fiction collide in this exploitation flick that employs documentary footage depicting the bizarre self-flagellation rituals of the fanatical Catholic sect known as the Penitentes. Mixed with those truly disturbing sequences is a story concerning a killing in New Mexico, itself inspired by the murder of real-life reporter Carl Taylor as he worked on an article on the Penitentes.
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crucifixion, cult, flogging, journalism, killing, religion
