A Man Named John

Overview

Based on the diary Pope John XXIII kept between the ages of 14 and 18, his lifelong concern for tolerance, the underprivileged, and world peace is told. Rod Steiger, in the central role, acts as "intermediary" between the Pope and the audience, interpreting John's words, thoughts and actions. Steiger visits the actual places in which John lived, recreating the conditions, environment, and forces that affected his development. Through this unusual technique, we are brought close to an extraordinary man - one who's able to win the love of many people of all faiths.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

November 19, 1965

Original language

Italian

Spoken languages

Italian, Latin

Countries

Italy, United Kingdom

Production

Franco London Films,Majestic Films,Majestic Film,Sol Produzione

Cast

Rod Steiger,Adolfo Celi,Giorgo Fortunato,Ottone Candiani,Alfonso Orlando,Alberto Rossi,Giovanni Rossi,Fabrisio Rossi,Pietro Germi,Rita Bertocchiand 3 more

Director

Ermanno Olmi

Writer

Ermanno Olmi,Vincenzo Labella,John XXIII.

Producer

Harry Saltzman,Vincenzo Labella

Cinematography

Piero Portalupi

Music

Franco Potenza

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

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