The results are one of a kind and certainly not for everyone, but if you can get on its wavelength, you'll find much to appreciate.

The biggest problem with "Jeannette," beyond what some may consider the blasphemous elements, is that Dumont limits his story to the less compelling parts of Joan's life - before she took on the British occupiers.

"Jeannette: The Childhood of Joan of Arc" is very likely the first medieval heavy-metal musical ever to grace the silver screen. Sadly, it's not quite as fun as that sounds.

A full-bore arthouse feature - and depending on the viewer that means full-bore in more ways than one.