Name: Thérèse
Genre: Drama
Released: 1986-12-17
Duration: 1 h 34 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Catherine Mouchet, Hélène Alexandridis, Aurore Prieto

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The transparent simplicity of this film seems to match the spirituality and sanctity of St. Theresa, who said that after her death she wished to be referred to as "Little Therese." Her spirituality was unique in that Little Therese sought to please God by accepting whatever came her way.  She did not engage in the rigors of physical asceticism and penance.  Acceptance of the will of God and humility are the hallmarks of her spiritual system. Information about her life was taken from her note book, written in pencil.  The Mother superior, obviously an insightful woman, told her to write about herself.  This is an excellent film that depicts the spirituality of Little Therese and also of the other Carmelite nuns who lived with her. There are many details depicted about her illness and personal habits.  Curiously, the actress who portrays Saint Therese bears a remarkable resemblance to her.  Little Therese died at the age of 24. Pope John Paul II declared Little Therese a Doctor of the Catholic Church, a title given only rarely to individual saints who contributed in some way to spirituality or learning.

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