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The Shoes of the Fisherman

1968

From political prisoner to Pope.

Overview

Ukrainian bishop Kiril Lakota, a political prisoner in a Soviet gulag for twenty years, is unexpectedly released and sent to the Vatican, where, upon the sudden death of the Pope, leader of the Catholic Church, he must face a challenging destiny that will put the future of the entire world in his hands.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
November 14, 1968
Original language
English
Spoken languages
English, Hebrew, Latin
Countries
United States of America
Cinematography
Erwin Hillier
Budget
$6,700,000
Revenue
Not recorded
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