Suzanne Simonin describes her life of suffering in letters. As a young woman she is sent to a convent against her will. Since her parents cannot afford the dowry required for a marriage befitting her rank they decide she must instead become a nun. Although a kind and understanding Mother Superior helps her to learn the convent’s daily routine, Suzanne’s desire for freedom remains unabated. When the Mother Superior dies, Suzanne finds herself faced with reprisals, humiliation and harassment at the hands of the new Abbess and the other Sisters. For many years, Suzanne is subjected to bigotry and religious fanaticism. (Berlinale.de)
as Suzanne Simonin
as Superior Saint-Eutrope
as Superior Christine
as Suzanne's mother
as Sister Thérèse
as Sister Ursule
as Father Castella
as Madame de Moni
as Suzanne's father
as Archdeacon
as Marquis de Crois Marie
as Sister Camille
as Maître Manouri
as Baron de Lasson
