This six-episode Australian miniseries follows some nuns and students through the turbulent changes brought on by Vatican II in the early sixties. Sensitive Mother Ambrose (Sandy Gore) is in charge of the convent and school, aided by stalwart Sister Agnes (Brenda Fricker). They welcome into the community two new sisters, gullible Paul (Lisa Hensley) and brave Catherine (Josephine Byrnes) and watch as the young nuns adjust to their new life. Their students face challenges, too, as shy Frances (Naomi Watts) and rebellious Rosemary ( Kym Wilson) learn about boys (including a young Russell Crowe).
Everyone in the cast is exceptional. They are so believable and the story lines so compelling that you forget they are acting and really care about them. I would have happily watched another six episodes, as their lives were so interesting. Each hour-long episode focuses on the emotional ups and downs of one character and there are a few surprises along the way...struggles with rules, poor choices, and learning that one never stops growing.
Heartily recommended, especially for those with an interest in the Catholic Church.
Everyone in the cast is exceptional. They are so believable and the story lines so compelling that you forget they are acting and really care about them. I would have happily watched another six episodes, as their lives were so interesting. Each hour-long episode focuses on the emotional ups and downs of one character and there are a few surprises along the way...struggles with rules, poor choices, and learning that one never stops growing.
Heartily recommended, especially for those with an interest in the Catholic Church.