

Karol: The Pope, The Man
Drama
History
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.
Status:
Released
Release Date:
2006-02-27
Runtime:
2h 35m
Director:
Giacomo Battiato
Writer:
Giacomo Battiato, Gianmario Pagano, Monica Zapelli
Top Cast

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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