Karol: The Pope, The Man

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Release date: February 27, 2006
Duration: 155 minutes
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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.

Starring

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Piotr Adamczyk
John Paul II
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Dariusz Kwaśnik
Dr. Renato Buzzonetti
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Michele Placido
Dr. Renato Buzzonetti
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Dariusz Kwaśnik
Stanislaw Dziwisz
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Alberto Cracco
Agostino Casaroli