Corpus Christi

Daniel, a devout Catholic, is sentenced to prison for second-degree murder. His past weighs heavily on him as he grapples with the ramifications of his actions and the dream of becoming a priest.

After serving his sentence, Daniel is released from prison. He is hopeful about rejoining society, but faces significant challenges due to his criminal background.

Upon release, Daniel is assigned to work at a sawmill in a small village. This job serves as a fresh start, yet it is a far cry from his aspirations of becoming a priest.

While visiting the local Catholic church, Daniel decides to pretend to be a priest. The local vicar mistakenly believes him and leaves Daniel in charge while he seeks medical treatment.

Daniel takes on the responsibilities of a priest and surprisingly finds joy in serving the parish. His unorthodox methods draw both attention and appreciation from the local community.

In a shocking turn of events, Daniel confesses his past crime from the pulpit. This revelation stuns the parishioners but somehow deepens their acceptance of him.

Curiosity leads Daniel to investigate a tragic car accident that killed an adult man and six teenagers. The villagers are conflicted and refuse to accept any blame for the incident.

Daniel meets Marta, whose brother was a victim in the accident. She shares a video her brother sent before the crash, which shows the group engaged in reckless behavior, complicating Daniel's investigation.

Under pressure from Mayor Walkiewicz to halt his inquiry, Daniel finds himself in a moral dilemma. He struggles with the implications of the crash and its effect on the community's view of the deceased driver.

Faced with community backlash, Daniel decides to hold a burial service for the driver. This act of defiance against the villagers’ beliefs stirs contentious emotions but is rooted in his sense of justice.

As a consequence of her support for Daniel's burial service, Marta is expelled from her home by her mother. She takes refuge in the rectory with Daniel, bringing them closer together emotionally.

During the burial service, tension eases as villagers momentarily set aside their grievances to pay respects. However, underlying conflicts remain palpable among the attendees.

A priest from Daniel's past shows up, exposing his deception and demanding he leave the village immediately. In a desperate move, Daniel escapes and holds a 'farewell Mass' revealing his tattoos.

Eventually, Daniel is apprehended and finds himself back in prison. He confronts the brother of the man he killed, leading to a brutal fight that tests his resilience in the face of guilt.

Having emerged victorious in the fight, Daniel earns the respect of fellow inmates. He reflects on the personal cost of his journey and the choices that have brought him full circle.