The Pastor of Reigi

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.

• Release date
• February 27, 1978
• Runtime
• 79 min
• Genres
• Drama, Romance
• Director
• Jüri Müür

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