The Mystical Rose (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1976, The Mystical Rose is an animation film directed by Michael Lee, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. A disturbing cinematic opera from Melbourne film-maker, Michael Lee, presenting an intense emotional collage of film clips, original footage and complex object animation, structured loosely in the form of a Catholic Mass, to communicate the film-maker's traumatic Catholic experience. The film is intended in part as 'anti-imagery' in response to the iconography of Catholicism.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Mystical Rose has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mystical Rose page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mystical Rose tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mystical Rose (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mystical Rose change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mystical Rose worth watching?
- The Mystical Rose holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Mystical Rose released?
- The Mystical Rose was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.