The Thorn Birds

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Series 1983 121 min/ep.

Follows the Cleary family over several decades, focusing on the central, tragic romance between Meggie and Father Ralph, who is torn between his vows and his love for her.

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Provisional estimate — not yet fully analyzed. 12 (BR)

Likely present: Romance & relationshipsReligion & spiritualityFamily themesHeavy emotional content

The focus on a 'tragic romance' and a priest torn between his vows and love suggests romance, religion/spirituality, and heavily emotional themes.

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