Karol: The Pope, The Man (2006)
February 27, 2006
Drama, History
2h 35m
This highly acclaimed feature film on Pope John Paul II was filmed on location in Italy and Poland. Focusing on the papacy of John Paul and the tremendous impact he had on the Church and the world, Karol: The Pope, The Man stars actor Piotr Adamczyk in a deeply moving portrayal of the beloved pontiff. It is the powerful true story of a charismatic spiritual leader who helped bring down Communism, renewed the life of the Church, greatly impacted youth worldwide with love for Christ, and a Pope who reached out to other religions and world leaders with a message of peace and love. Also stars Raoul Bova (Saint Francis), Michele Placido (Padre Pio: Between Heaven and Earth) and Adriana Asti as Mother Teresa. The beautiful film score is by legendary film composer Ennio Morricone.
Cast & Crew
- Director
- Giacomo Battiato
- John Paul II Piotr Adamczyk
- Dr. Renato Buzzonetti Dariusz Kwaśnik
- Dr. Renato Buzzonetti Michele Placido
- Stanislaw Dziwisz Dariusz Kwaśnik
- Agostino Casaroli Alberto Cracco
- Madre Teresa di Calcutta Adriana Asti
- Padre Thomas Raoul Bova
- Julia Ritter Leslie Hope
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Keywords
- religion