Karol: The Pope, The Man

Karol: The Pope, The Man

PG 2006 · 155 min · ★ 6.3 · Drama, History

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.

Directed by Giacomo Battiato · Written by Gianmario Pagano

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Piotr Adamczyk John Paul II
Dariusz Kwaśnik Dr. Renato Buzzonetti
Michele Placido Dr. Renato Buzzonetti
Dariusz Kwaśnik Stanislaw Dziwisz
Alberto Cracco Agostino Casaroli
Adriana Asti Madre Teresa di Calcutta
Raoul Bova Padre Thomas
Leslie Hope Julia Ritter
Alkis Zanis Ali Agca
Carlos Kaniowsky Oscar Arnulfo Romero Goldamez
Fabrice Scott Jerzy Popieluszko
Paolo Maria Scalondro Wojciech Jaruzelski

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