Between Pain and Amen (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 9.5
Released in 2019, Between Pain and Amen is a notable film directed by Toma Enache, running about 125 minutes. “Drama, History” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young composer and double bass virtuoso, who returns to Romania after studying in Vienna, is arrested by the political police soon after getting engaged and taken to the Pitesti prison, where a brainwashing and torture-based experiment is under way. The horrible communist experiment, copied after the Soviet model, is headed by the much-feared Ciumau.
Who’s in it. Between Pain and Amen stars Constantin Cotimanis as Ciumau (Prison Commander) and Cezara Dafinescu as doamna Catran.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.5/10, Between Pain and Amen sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Between Pain and Amen page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Between Pain and Amen (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Between Pain and Amen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Between Pain and Amen worth watching?
- Between Pain and Amen holds an audience score of 9.5 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Between Pain and Amen?
- Between Pain and Amen stars Constantin Cotimanis and Cezara Dafinescu.
- When was Between Pain and Amen released?
- Between Pain and Amen was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.