The Little Hours (2017) Review in 2025
The Little Hours is a quirky, offbeat comedy set in medieval times where three nuns find themselves entangled in hilarious scandals after a new servant arrives at the convent.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not really. This movie has a lot of adult themes, inappropriate humor, and nudity, so it's best watched without family.
CineReview Recommendation
Worth watching if you enjoy offbeat, dark comedies and don't mind a bit of absurdity. It's better for streaming than theaters.
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In The Little Hours, a runaway servant arrives at a convent and gets caught up in a series of misadventures involving three nuns. Their scandalous behavior spirals into chaos, involving affairs, witchcraft accusations, and plenty of unexpected moments that break the norms of religious life.
Review Details
story6.00/10
It's funny and absurd, but the story is thin. A lot of the humor relies on shock value more than a solid plot.
acting7.00/10
Aubrey Plaza and Alison Brie are standouts, bringing a lot of energy to their roles. The cast seems like they're having fun, which helps the movie.
characters7.00/10
The cast is fun, and each character brings a weird, unique vibe to the story, especially the nuns played by Alison Brie and Aubrey Plaza.
direction6.00/10
Jeff Baena's direction keeps things chaotic, which works for the comedy but also makes the movie feel all over the place.
cinematography6.50/10
Nothing groundbreaking. It's decent for a low-budget film, but nothing memorable in terms of visuals.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The cast is strong, and the weird, dark humor works in some parts.
Cons
The story is weak, and some jokes fall flat or rely too much on shock value.
Notable Quotes
"He's a man! He's brought evil into this place!"
"I don't understand why you've become such a bitch!"
"We're nuns, we’re not supposed to feel like this!"
