The Good Pope - 2003

Angelo Roncalli, born in Sotto Il Monte in 1881, is known for his profound spirituality as well as his extraordinary goodness from the young years of his life. When he feels a need to serve God, Angelo goes to study theology in Bergamo, and in Apollinare School (Rome) and becomes a priest. During his studies, he gets to know his two dearest friends, Mattia and Nicola. Very soon, most people see marvelous talents in him, including his wide knowledge and a constant readiness for sacrifice. The Holy See makes him go further to bishop and cardinal, and the Holy Father sends him to various places as a representative of the Church. When Pius XII dies on October, the 9th, 1958, 77 year-old Angelo goes to Rome, to conclave to choose a new pope. However, this time, it is him who hears gentle words of Jesus "Tu es Petrus!" ("You are Peter!") and from October, the 28th leads the church as pope John XXIII

180min
2003
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating6.9/10

Cast

Bob Hoskins profile pictureBob HoskinsAngelo Roncalli / Pope John XXIII
Carlo Cecchi profile pictureCarlo CecchiCardinal Mattia Carcano
Roberto Citran profile pictureRoberto CitranMonsignor Loris Capovilla
Fabrizio Vidale profile pictureFabrizio VidaleAngelo Roncalli (young)
Francesco Venditti profile pictureFrancesco VendittiNicola Catania (young)
John Light profile pictureJohn LightMattia Carcano (young)

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The Good Pope Overview

Angelo Roncalli, born in Sotto Il Monte in 1881, is known for his profound spirituality as well as his extraordinary goodness from the young years of his life. When he feels a need to serve God, Angelo goes to study theology in Bergamo, and in Apollinare School (Rome) and becomes a priest. During his studies, he gets to know his two dearest friends, Mattia and Nicola. Very soon, most people see marvelous talents in him, including his wide knowledge and a constant readiness for sacrifice. The Holy See makes him go further to bishop and cardinal, and the Holy Father sends him to various places as a representative of the Church. When Pius XII dies on October, the 9th, 1958, 77 year-old Angelo goes to Rome, to conclave to choose a new pope. However, this time, it is him who hears gentle words of Jesus "Tu es Petrus!" ("You are Peter!") and from October, the 28th leads the church as pope John XXIII

Runtime: 180min

Extra details

Original Title: Il Papa buono
Original Language: English
Directed By: Ricky Tognazzi
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