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Doubt tells the story of Catholic nun/ school teacher bent on determining if the priest is having an indecent relationship with an african american altar boy.This story is a classic tale of scandal hidden within the catholic church, however the story focuses on the mystery of whether the priest has an indecent relationship with one of the students.
The script can be viewed as a type of Heroine's journey. The protagonist is sister Aloysius, the head nun and Principal of St. Nicholas’s school. She deviates from the typical heroine character archetype, she is attuned to her animus. She diverges from the feminine qualities of sensitivity,emotional and weak. Sister Aloysius is hard,with a cold demeanor, and a stickler for following the rules. Through the dialogue Sister Aloysius appears to be pessimistic about society. She tells Sister James “This parish serves Irish and Italian families. Someone will hit Donald Miller” (31). She understands the way society views race, the children’s view on race is a reflection of their parents.She assumes the worst in a situation, as this results to her assuming Father Flynn is having an indecent relationship with one of the students.
Being a nun she is dependent on her faith in God. In order for Sister Aloysius to prove Father Flynn deceit she has to “take a step to address wrongdoing, you are taking a step away from God, but in His service.” (32). This explains the lengths she is willing to go. This is also the moment Sister Aloysius accepts her call to adventure.
Along the way she has to overcome several trials. She has no witnesses, or evidence, but she has her certainty. Sister Aloysius’s biggest trial is proof. She has to break the rules of the parish by questioning Father Flynn about his ...

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...indow(36). The branch scratching her window can be viewed as her fears scratching at her soul. The concern Sister James has for Father Flynn and Donald worries her heart.
Visually the film captures the bleak tone of the script. The coloring in the scenes are dark and blue with the characters wearing dark clothing. This demonstrates the serious nature of the subject matter, while also setting the tone. The performances in the film helps to create tension.
Sister Aloysius's journey brings her out of the simplicity of her life. Throughout the journey it questions her faith. She defaults from her morals risking everything to bring Father Flynn's secret to light. In the end she succeeds in having Father Flynn leave the parish. However, he is promoted to a higher level in the church. In true nature to the name of the film all Sister Aloysius is left with is her doubts.

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