This heroic story follows the life of Karol Wojtyla, a Polish Roman catholic who ascends the throne of St. Peter as Pope John Paul II. As a young boy, Karol is a bright and talented student. Archbishop Sapieha recognizes the very special, moving qualities Karol possesses and encourages him to consider the priesthood. Although determined to study Polish literature, Karol turns to the church; he is ordained and studies in Italy, France, and Belgium. Torn by fear and repression in post-Stalin Eastern Europe, Karol becomes a poisonous thorn in the communists' side. His deer reverence and commitment return him to Poland as Pope John Paul II.
Stars: Sam Neill, Christopher Cazenove, Lisa Harrow, John Welsh, Maurice Denham, Cezary Morawski
Crew: Diego Fabbri (Story), Andrzej Kijowski (Writer), Krzysztof Zanussi (Director), Vincenzo Labella (Writer), Antony Gibbs (Editor), Wojciech Kilar (Music)
Country: Italy, Poland, United Kingdom
Language: English, Polski
Studio: Film Polski Film Agency, Trans World Film, ITC Entertainment, RAI
Runtime: 140 minutes
Quality: HD
Released: Sep 15, 1981
IMDb: 7
