The Pastor of Reigi

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The Pastor of Reigi (1978)

Directed by Jüri Müür

Drama, Romance · 1h 19m

Pastor Paul Lempelius comes to the island of HIiumaa that seems to be like the world's end. While serving the pastorate of Reigi in spirit and in truth, Lempelius hopes to get rid of the burden of destiny. However, the local people favour pagan traditions and distrust the strict kingdom of God that Lempelius teaches them. The pastor's beautiful yet childless wife Catharina yearns for joy of life and tenderness that she won't receive from his husband. Instead, a young assistant pastor Jonas Kempe offers her his love. Their love, disregarding all laws, and the primal lifestyle of the islanders will become the touchstone for Lempelius' redemption.

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Cast

Mikk Mikiver Paul Lempelius Elle Kull Catharina Wycken Tõnu Mikiver Jonas Kempe Evald Aavik Bellman Ita Ever Old Hag Eili Sild Hostess Merle Talvik Herd Girl #1 Külliki Saldre Herd Girl #2 Kadri Jäätma Herd Girl #3
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Liina Saari Kitchen Maid Väino Laes Servant Siim Rulli Servant

Crew

Director
Jüri Müür
Screenplay
Valentin Kuik
Director of Photography
Mikhail Dorovatovskiy
Original Music Composer
Eino Tamberg
Editor
Sirje Haagel
Producer
Raimund Felt

Details

Original title
Reigi õpetaja
Release date
1978-02-27
Runtime
1h 19m
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
ET
Spoken languages
Estonian
Countries
Soviet Union
Production
Tallinnfilm