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According to Matthew (2018) Spoiler-Free Summary – What It's About

Release, runtime and language
2018 · 100 mins · English
Directed by
Chandran Rutnam
Starring
Jacqueline Fernandez, Kian O'Grady, Gavin Ludewyke, Alston Koch

For the love of a woman, he broke God’s commandments A highly respected priest conspires with his mistress to poison both her husband and his own wife.

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  1. 1 What it is about
  2. 2 Is it worth watching?
  3. 3 After you watch
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Every angle

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In a tightly knit town where the church bell marks the rhythm of daily life, Father Mathew Pieris stands as a pillar of faith and counsel. An Anglican priest famed for his compassionate exorcisms, he balances the expectations of his parish with the quiet responsibilities of family, sharing a home with his devoted wife Eunice and their children who live abroad. The arrival of a young, energetic couple—Randy and his vivacious wife Daphne—infuses the community with fresh optimism, and the priest’s mentorship quickly weaves them into the fabric of his world.

The parish’s modest offices become a hub of intertwined lives. Father Mathew invites Daphne to join him as a secretary, valuing her sharp mind as she helps type his forthcoming manuscript. Their household also welcomes Steven, a charismatic cricket captain training at the police academy, whose friendship adds a youthful vigor to the household’s routine. Beneath the courteous exchanges, subtle currents of attraction and unspoken longing begin to ripple, observed only by the keen eyes of Sister June and other vigilant townsfolk, hinting at complexities that challenge the priest’s once‑unquestioned moral compass.

As the town’s serene façade gently frays, the community’s concern shifts from whispered speculation to quiet unease. Local physicians—Dr. Terrance and his colleague Dr. Mohan—notice a perplexing pattern among their patients, prompting the district’s medical overseer Dr. Ferry to summon Detective Cruse from the criminal investigation department. Their involvement adds a layer of methodical scrutiny to the once‑peaceful setting, suggesting that beneath the surface of devotion and duty lies a tension that could reshape the lives of everyone connected to the parish.

Last updated: September 20, 2025 at 16:45

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Crimes of Hypocrisy like in According to Matthew

When respected figures fall from grace in a spiral of deception and sin. If you were captivated by the moral decay of a respected priest in According to Matthew, explore more movies like it. This section features similar thrillers and dramas about trusted figures whose hidden sins and criminal acts lead to a public and bleak downfall.

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Why they belong together: These films are grouped by their central theme of hypocrisy and the abuse of power. They share a dark, suspenseful tone driven by the psychological tension of a dual life and the grim satisfaction or tragedy of seeing justice served.

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Why they belong together: These films are united by their patient, steady pacing and a dominant mood of sinister suspense. They deliver a heavy emotional experience through a focus on the chilling nature of cold-blooded planning and the oppressive weight of the consequences.

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