Forbidden Love and Deadly Vows

The Weapon, the Hour, the Motive, also known as L'arma, l'ora, il movente, is an Italian mystery film released in 1972. In the movie, it is revealed that Orchidea, one of the priest's lovers, is actually a former prostitute and is involved in a scheme to extort money from the convent.

As Inspector Boito delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and corruption within the convent, including the involvement of other priests and nuns in illegal activities. This leads him to suspect that the murders may be connected to a larger conspiracy.

Ferruccio, the inquisitive boy locked up and drugged, eventually manages to escape from his confinement and seeks out Inspector Boito to tell him what he witnessed. His testimony provides crucial evidence that helps Boito unravel the truth behind the murders and bring the guilty parties to justice.

The film delves into themes of religious hypocrisy, corruption, and the abuse of power, as well as the struggle of the innocent against a system that seeks to suppress the truth. Ultimately, the resolution of the case serves as a commentary on the broader societal issues plaguing the characters and the world they inhabit.