The Mass Is Ended

As a Comedy-Drama, 'The Mass Is Ended' elicits a complex emotional landscape. The pervasive depression and suicidal tendencies among Father Giulio's acquaintances lead to significant feelings of Sadness, Melancholy, and Empathy from the audience. However, the comedic elements arise from the priest's personal struggle and his eventual escape, generating Humor from his reactions and a strong sense of Relief, Happiness, and Joy as he finds peace away from the city's despair. The film balances its bleak dramatic themes with a darkly comedic and ultimately self-affirming resolution for the protagonist.