Karol: The Pope, The Man (2006)

  • PG
  • 02/27/2006 (US)
  • Drama, History
  • 2h 35m

Overview

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.

Giacomo Battiato

Director, Writer

Gianmario Pagano

Writer

Monica Zapelli

Writer

Cast

Piotr Adamczyk's headshot

Piotr Adamczyk

John Paul II
Dariusz Kwaśnik's headshot

Dariusz Kwaśnik

Dr. Renato Buzzonetti
Michele Placido's headshot

Michele Placido

Dr. Renato Buzzonetti
Dariusz Kwaśnik's headshot

Dariusz Kwaśnik

Stanislaw Dziwisz
Alberto Cracco's headshot

Alberto Cracco

Agostino Casaroli
Adriana Asti's headshot

Adriana Asti

Madre Teresa di Calcutta
Raoul Bova's headshot

Raoul Bova

Padre Thomas
Leslie Hope's headshot

Leslie Hope

Julia Ritter

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