Saint Anthony: The Miracle Worker of Padua

Saint Anthony: The Miracle Worker of Padua

2002 · 102 min · ★ 8.0 · Drama

Depiction of the life of St. Anthony, beginning with his initial calling to the priesthood as a young Portugese nobleman, and following him as he becomes a Franciscan monk and preaches across Africa and Europe.

Directed by Umberto Marino · Written by Umberto Marino

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