UK / USA,
1995, 122 min
Directed by:
Tim RobbinsScreenplay:
Tim RobbinsCinematography:
Roger DeakinsComposer:
David RobbinsCast:
Susan Sarandon, Sean Penn, Robert Prosky, Raymond J. Barry, R. Lee Ermey, Celia Weston, Lois Smith, Scott Wilson, Roberta Maxwell, Margo Martindale (more)VOD (2)
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Inspired by a true story, this provocative tale of crime and redemption earned Susan Sarandon a 1995 Oscar® for Best Actress and Sean Penn an Oscar® Nomination for Best Actor. Sister Helen Prejean (Sarandon) becomes the spiritual advisor to Matthew Poncelet (Penn), a vicious and complex killer awaiting execution. As she attempts to save Matthew’s dark soul, she uncovers shocking truths that will rock the very foundation of her faith. (20th Century Fox Home Entertainment)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1996 - Susan Sarandon (Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role)
- 1996 - Tim Robbins (Best Achievement in Directing)
- 1996 - Sean Penn (Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role)
- 1996 - Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Song)
Independent Spirit Awards
- 1996 - Sean Penn (Best Male Lead)
- 1996 - Celia Weston (Best Supporting Female)
Amanda Awards
- 1996 - Tim Robbins (Best Foreign Language Film)
Golden Globes
- 1996 - Tim Robbins (Best Screenplay)
- 1996 - Sean Penn (Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama)
- 1996 - Susan Sarandon (Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama)
Berlinale (Berlin International Film Festival)
- 1996 - Sean Penn (Silver Bear for Best Actor)
- 1996 - Tim Robbins (Golden Bear for Best Film)
Norwegian International Film Festival Haugesund
- 1996 - Tim Robbins (The Andreas Award)