A richly atmospheric portrait of D.H. Lawrence's later years, exploring his artistic fire, turbulent relationships, and search for creative and personal freedom.
Priest of Love follows D.H. Lawrence in his later years, capturing his artistic intensity and the emotional complexities surrounding his marriage, friendships, and creative ambitions.
Following the banning and burning of his novel, 'The Rainbow', D.H. Lawrence and his wife, Frieda, travel to various locations throughout the world - returning for a short while to England where Lawrence writes 'Lady Chatterley`s Lover'.
The film immerses viewers in Lawrence's international wanderings, portraying the cultural landscapes that shaped his writing and the challenges he faced as a fiercely independent literary voice.
Ian McKellen's performance highlights Lawrence's uncompromising spirit, revealing a man driven by passion, conviction, and a relentless desire to express truth through his art.