The Crime of Father Amaro
Directed by Carlos Carrera · 2002 ·
Is The Crime of Father Amaro worth watching?
Yes. The Crime of Father Amaro (2002) earns a 72% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (75%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (62%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as El crimen del padre Amaro Le Crime du père Amaro Die Versuchung des Padre Amaro O Crime do Padre Amaro アマロ神父の罪 아무로 신부의 범죄 阿马罗神父的罪恶 Günah
🏆 2 award wins — Won Best Picture, Ariel Awards 2003
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (75/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (62%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (71/100).
- Celluloid Score 72% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is The Crime of Father Amaro worth watching?
Yes — The Crime of Father Amaro earns a 72% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Carrera's controversial hit sparked protests and became Mexico's Oscar submission with tabloid force.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics (75%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (62%).
What is The Crime of Father Amaro about?
A young priest assigned to a rural parish falls into scandal with a teenage girl while corruption surrounds the Catholic Church in Mexico.
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Critic Reviews
The Crime of Father Amaro (2002) Review: Sin in the Sacristy
★★★★☆
The Crime of Father Amaro stars Gael García Bernal as a young priest drawn into desire and corruption in a Mexican parish, a provocative, gripping melodrama.
Yes, with reservations. It is a gripping, provocative drama led by Gael García Bernal, best for adults who can take its blunt critique of the Church and its melodrama.
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The Crime of Father Amaro: frequently asked questions
Is The Crime of Father Amaro worth watching?
Yes. The Crime of Father Amaro (2002) has a Celluloid Score of 72%, 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.
Where can I watch The Crime of Father Amaro?
In the United States, The Crime of Father Amaro streams on Prime Video with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is The Crime of Father Amaro?
The Crime of Father Amaro runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).
What is The Crime of Father Amaro rated?
The Crime of Father Amaro is rated R in the United States, 18A in Canada and R18+ in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in The Crime of Father Amaro?
The Crime of Father Amaro is directed by Carlos Carrera and stars Gael García Bernal, Ana Claudia Talancón, Sancho Gracia.
What is the Metascore for The Crime of Father Amaro?
Metacritic's Metascore for The Crime of Father Amaro is 71 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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