The Rite

Year: 1969

Runtime: 76 mins

Language: Swedish

TV MovieDrama

A judge in an unnamed country questions three actors on a pornographic performance that could bring a fine. Sebastian is alcoholic, indebted, and guilty of killing his former partner; he now has an affair with the widow, Thea, who is married to Hans. Hans is weary. The judge manipulates them and they perform the masque “The Rite,” seeking revenge.

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