The Messenger: The Story of Joan
of Arc (1999)
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- Themes
- Call, Obedience
- Joan is driven by what she is convinced is the voice of God to lead her people in revolt against English aggression. (Dennis L. Zimmerman)
- Confession
- Joan has to confess her pride before she can die in peace. Also, there is an opening scene where the young Joan confesses her every sin to the priest who blesses her and tells her to take care of herself and others. (Dennis L. Zimmerman)
- Institutional Evil: War
- Joan is shocked to see the bloodshed her leadership has caused. (Dennis L. Zimmerman)
- Call, Obedience