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  • A Man Named John (1965)
  • 85 min | Biography, Drama, History
A Man Named John (1965)
85 min | Biography, Drama, History
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 ...See moreBased 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. Written by alfiehitchie See less
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Director
Ermanno Olmi
Writers
Pope John XXIII (book "Il giornale dell'anima") (as Angelo Roncalli) | Ermanno Olmi (screenplay) | Vincenzo Labella (screenplay)
Composer
Franco Potenza
Cinematographer
Piero Portalupi
Editor
Carla Colombo
Production Designer
Ennio Michettoni
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Updated Aug 31, 1965
Release date
Apr 4, 1968 (United States)
Awards
1 win

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