Visions of Ecstasy(1989)
Banned for over 20 years
The 16th century Carmelite nun St. Teresa, surrounded by candles and crosses, fantasizes about making love to a crucified Christ and her own psyche.
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The 16th century Carmelite nun St. Teresa, surrounded by candles and crosses, fantasizes about making love to a crucified Christ and her own psyche.
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1989-01-01
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Banned for over 20 years
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