Stigmata [DVD] [2000] | ![Stigmata [DVD] [2000]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41N777QSVGL._SL160_.jpg) | Director: Rupert Wainwright
Actors: Patricia Arquette, Gabriel Byrne, Jonathan Pryce, Nia Long, Thomas Kopache
Studio: MGM Entertainment
Category: DVD
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Rating:  27 reviews
Sales Rank: 11484
Format: Anamorphic, Dubbed, PAL, Widescreen
Languages: English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), German (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Portuguese (Subtitled), Swedish (Subtitled), Danish (Subtitled), Hungarian (Subtitled), Polish (Subtitled), Dutch (Subtitled), Finnish (Subtitled), Greek (Subtitled), English (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 18 years and over
Region: 2
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 109 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5050070002843
ASIN: B00004TT7I
Theatrical Release Date: September 10, 1999
Release Date: July 10, 2000
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Gabriel Byrne plays Father Kiernan, a young Jesuit priest whose degree in chemistry makes him a sort of priest/detective as he investigates weeping Marys and the like around the world. Meanwhile, Frankie (Patricia Arquette), a rave-generation Pittsburgher, is afflicted with the stigmata--holes that appear in her wrists, resembling the wounds of Christ. The young woman's symptoms filter back to the Vatican and Father Kiernan is assigned to the case. The priest is puzzled by Frankie's atheism; usually the stigmata only appear on the devout (hence the age-old controversy of miracles vs. hysteria). Other manifestations appear on Frankie, and the priest's cardinal (Jonathan Pryce) is brought in, leading to political manoeuvring within the Church hierarchy. The film owes a large and obvious debt to IThe Exorcist/I (at one point, Frankie's bed scoots across the room and she levitates into a crucifix position) but to term it an IExorcist/I rip-off would be to short-change IStigmata/I. The premise and screenplay are more cerebral than in the l973 film, and the source of the phenomenon is coming from a completely different place.p Unfortunately, amid IStigmata/I's high-octane editing and slick technique, the chills of IThe Exorcist/I aren't there, giving the movie a sort of identity crisis: horror movie or intellectual thriller? Several elements of the film challenge basic tenets of the Catholic faith, hence the brief furore that erupted at the time of the film's release; if nothing else, the internal workings of the Church are shown in a very unflattering light indeed. Byrne excels as the sceptical priest, as does Arquette as the tortured young woman. All told, IStigmata/I is a rather uneven effort but one with a thought-provoking combination of theology and thrills served up in a thoroughly modern, stylish package. Fans of TV's Ally McBeal will recognise Portia De Rossi in a supporting role. --IJerry Renshaw/I
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 Time for the Exorcist to step down February 9, 2004
Chaz (London)
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
Forget comparisons with the Exorcist and the Omen, this is THE best religiously - themed horror film, bar none. While all the other horror films were busy dealing with Satanists and evil, Rupert Wainwright manages to make a top rate horror film out of Christianity.brThe film follows Frankie Paige, a hairdresser whoes realtively 'normal' life is shattered when she sufferes the first of the stigmata, the nails through the wrists. She has meetings with a priest to try to understand what is happening to her, and manages to fall for him, despite his vow of celibacy. As the movie progresses, a conspiracy to cover up a hidden gospel is unearthed, and the Vatican is prepared to take extreme measures to silence Frankie. I don't want to give away too much of the plot, because it is excellent, and the fil has an atmosphere unlike any others. True, the scenes where Frankie appears possesed and talks in a strange tongue, and the scene where she floats out of the bed are copied from the exorcist, but so what? They're done far better here, and the films own scenes are terrific. The scenes where Frankie recieves the stigmata are all sudden and shocking, especially the scene on the train, with the light flickering as the train goes through tunnels. If you like religously - themed film such as the Exorcist, the Omen, Rosemary's Baby, Bless The Child, etc. then you'll love this film. If you're new to the horror genre, then this is a great place to start. Top notch acting and visual effects, a great soundtrack and a truly absorbing plot make this one of the best films in my collection.
More please !!! August 29, 2001
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Man i love this film, i've seen it 4 times, and every time i watch it i spot something new. Every scene in the film is significant, so if you need to leave the room, be sure to pause it, because you will come back confused !! It is very thought provoking, and has managed to stir some religious interest in me. The soundtrack is amazing, and the acting and special effects (especially the scenes when Frankie recieves the Stigmata) are top quality. Love this film, buy it now !!!
One of the best films that I've seen for a long time! October 8, 2000
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
As a general rule I don't go in for the horror, cult, and gore films, but as soon as a sat in the seat at the cinema I was hooked on this one. It had a good story line, great special effects, and very impressive performances from Arquette and Byrne. But even more importantly it didn't drag on, not at one point did I even consider looking away from the scene, and it stayed well clear of the stereotypical films which have loads of money thrown at them, stars with even bigger wallets (even though they can't act to say their lives!), and then get given 18 classification, so every idiot below the age of 25 flocks to see them. I would recommend this film to anyone (no matter what your taste in films is) who wants to see something original, not trashy, and with the novelty of actors that can actually act. Now I will stop dragging on!
A Thinking Man's Exorcist January 24, 2004
A. J. Smith (UK)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
Stigmata represents perhaps one of the strongest examples of the religious thriller genre. For it to be compared to the Exorcist is an unfavourable understatement. The plot is far more complex and much more character driven. Stigmata is atmospheric and features some stunning cinematography, which compares quite favourably to movies such as The Crow and Batman.br Frankie Paige is shown endulging in a lifestyle which would certainly not be associated with the pious. This begins to change when she begins to recieve the first wounds of the Stigmata, the nails through the hands. She treats this with strong ambivalence during her first encounters with Father Kiernan. However she begins to slowly have a change of heart in her perceptions of faith. This may be short lived as the Vatican has decided to put a stop on the messages that are being released. It's up to Father Kiernan to ensure that the message is realised before she is killed by the fifth wound, the spear or the Priesthood itself.br Contrary to some peoples perceptions this film should not be offensive to the more religiously devout. This movie does not present a negative portrait of religion, if anything it provides a strong advertisement for a more personal commitment to faith. Stigmata is far superior to The Exorcist, and although not as scary as The Omen, it nonetheless unsettles and sticks in the mind.
Criticism of the Catholic Church September 6, 2000
annamocker@a-topmail.at (Vienna, Austria)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am a nineteen year old girl..I do believe in god but I don't believe in the Catholic Church. Before I watched this film I didn't know why I didn't believe in this institution. But when I walked out of the cinema I knew why..I don't want to tell you too much because you have to experience it for yourself. After all this film is brilliant, it is quite scary and the actors are brilliant! I absolutely adored Patricia Arquette! She must have spent ages on the myth of Stigmatas! After all, Enjoy it!
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