Sister Mary Explains It All
“When it comes to sin... she's hell on wheels”
Synopsis
Near Christmas, four former students of Sister Mary Ignatius drop in at a holiday event at the school where the Roman Catholic nun has taught for many years. Now adults, the students have decided to tell Sister Mary that her rigid classroom lessons and demeanor left them emotionally wounded. Sister Mary tries to maintain her composure, but as the ex-students keep at it, the evening takes a stunning turn.
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Diane Keaton
Sister Mary Ignatius
Brian Benben
Gary Sullivan
Wallace Langham
Aloysius Benheim
Laura San Giacomo
Angela DiMarco
Jennifer Tilly
Philomena Rostovich
Max Morrow
Thomas
Martin Mull
Skeptical Husband
Victoria Tennant
Bitter Divorcee
Aislinn Paul
Angel
Joanne Boland
Cynthia Johnson
Jon Davey
Tony Cardonelli
Joan Gregson
Deaf Woman
Linda Kash
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B.J. Woodbury
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Jocelyne Zucco
Mrs. Cardonelli
Mark Allan
Attractive Man #2
Jordan Allison
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Rebecca Brenner
Young Philomena
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 27, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marshall Brickman
- Screenplay & Story
- Christopher Durang
- Original Score
- Philippe Sarde
- Original Title
- Sister Mary Explains It All
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- Showtime Networks, Columbia TriStar Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marshall Brickman
Christopher Durang
Philippe Sarde
Anthony B. Richmond
Kristina Boden
Ron Bozman
Department Leadership Roster
Marshall Brickman
Director
Ron Bozman
Producer
Anthony B. Richmond
Director of Photography
Christopher Durang
Writer
Philippe Sarde
Original Music Composer
Kristina Boden
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Sister Mary Explains It All about?
Near Christmas, four former students of Sister Mary Ignatius drop in at a holiday event at the school where the Roman Catholic nun has taught for many years. Now adults, the students have decided to tell Sister Mary that her rigid classroom lessons and demeanor left them emotionally wounded. Sister Mary tries to maintain her composure, but as the ex-students keep at it, the evening takes a stunning turn.
Who directed Sister Mary Explains It All?
Sister Mary Explains It All was directed by Marshall Brickman.
Who stars in Sister Mary Explains It All?
The principal cast of Sister Mary Explains It All includes Diane Keaton, Brian Benben, Wallace Langham, Laura San Giacomo, Jennifer Tilly.
When was Sister Mary Explains It All released and how long is it?
Sister Mary Explains It All was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for Sister Mary Explains It All?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sister Mary Explains It All was composed by Philippe Sarde.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sister Mary Explains It All?
Sister Mary Explains It All holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).