Karol: The Pope, The Man
movie
Released February 27, 2006
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.
Cast
Piotr Adamczyk
as
John Paul II
Dariusz Kwaśnik
as
Dr. Renato Buzzonetti
Michele Placido
as
Dr. Renato Buzzonetti
Dariusz Kwaśnik
as
Stanislaw Dziwisz
Alberto Cracco
as
Agostino Casaroli
Adriana Asti
as
Madre Teresa di Calcutta
Raoul Bova
as
Padre Thomas
Leslie Hope
as
Julia Ritter
Alkis Zanis
as
Ali Agca
Carlos Kaniowsky
as
Oscar Arnulfo Romero Goldamez
Fabrice Scott
as
Jerzy Popieluszko
Paolo Maria Scalondro
as
Wojciech Jaruzelski
