The Frowning Nun meme typically features a stern-faced religious figure capturing a look of profound disappointment or moral judgment. While variations exist from various films and stock photography, the meme gained popularity as a universal reaction image used to criticize questionable behavior or modern trends. It serves as the ultimate visual shorthand for disapproval, often paired with captions about relatable modern-day scenarios that would baffle a traditional figure. Its virality stems from the relatable, high-stakes feeling of being judged by an authority figure.