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The Magdalene Sisters Review (2002) — 82% Celluloid Score

Directed by Peter Mullan · 2002 ·

Short answer

Is The Magdalene Sisters worth watching?

Yes. The Magdalene Sisters (2002) earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

82%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

91% Editorial Rating
88% Audience snapshot · excluded
83 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.8
7.7 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 59m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · 14A (Canada) · 18 (South Korea)
Cast
Anne-Marie Duff , Nora-Jane Noone , Dorothy Duffy , Geraldine McEwan , Eileen Walsh , Mary Murray , Eamonn Owens , Britta Smith , Peter Mullan , Eithne McGuinness
Country
Ireland
Language
English

Also known as Las Hermanas de la Magdalena Die unbarmherzigen Schwestern Em Nome de Deus マグダレンの祈り 막달레나 시스터즈 玛德莲堕落少女 Günahkâr Rahibeler Magdalene

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (91/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (83/100).
  • Celluloid Score 82% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, history pick

Not ideal for

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    Is The Magdalene Sisters worth watching?

    Yes — The Magdalene Sisters earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, history pick.

    Celluloid verdict

    The Magdalene Sisters — Golden Lion at Venice 2002. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is The Magdalene Sisters about?

    Three young Irish women struggle to maintain their spirits while they endure dehumanizing abuse as inmates of a Magdalene Sisters Asylum.

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    The Magdalene Sisters: frequently asked questions

    Is The Magdalene Sisters worth watching?

    Yes. The Magdalene Sisters (2002) has a Celluloid Score of 82%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    How long is The Magdalene Sisters?

    The Magdalene Sisters runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).

    What is The Magdalene Sisters rated?

    The Magdalene Sisters is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, 14A in Canada and 18 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in The Magdalene Sisters?

    The Magdalene Sisters is directed by Peter Mullan and stars Anne-Marie Duff, Nora-Jane Noone, Dorothy Duffy, Geraldine McEwan, Eileen Walsh.

    What is the Metascore for The Magdalene Sisters?

    Metacritic's Metascore for The Magdalene Sisters is 83 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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