Pope Francis -- A Man of His Word

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Pope Francis -- A Man of His Word

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Released May 18, 2018

1h 36m

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Pope Francis embarks on a personal journey to present his work of reform and answer today's global questions -- from his deep concern for the poor and wealth inequality to his involvement in environmental issues, social justice and calls for peace.

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Pope Francis - A Man of His Word offers a compelling look at the pontiff's ideas and message, even if its distance from the man means it won't win many new converts.

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J. R. Jones

Chicago Reader

Harmless enough, though viewers deserve something a little more thoughtful at a time when some Catholics are beginning to wonder if this pontificate will amount to more than a series of lovely gestures.

Mar 24, 2020

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Donald Clarke

Irish Times

If you are in any doubt as to the impetus behind the project then look to its title. No film called A Man of his Word is going to draw much blood from the subject.

Rated: 3/5

Aug 14, 2018

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Nigel Andrews

Financial Times

It's a maddening film because, ultimately, it seems sycophantic to, and unchallenging of, the papal institution and Catholicism themselves.

Rated: 2/5

Aug 8, 2018

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Matt Cipolla

Film Monthly

It is, like its own subject, an embodiment of more elusive answers and ethics, but its food for thought has the lasting nutritional value of a Communion wafer.

Rated: 2.5/5

Jul 24, 2020

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Steven Prokopy

Third Coast Review

The film, like its subject, strips away the adornment and lets his words and actions speak for him.

Jun 11, 2020

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Jorge Ignacio Castillo

Planet S Magazine

As biased as it is, it provides enough insight on a man who sees monumental tasks ahead -refugees, climate change, ever expanding poverty- and his reaction is simply to roll up his sleeves and get to work...

Rated: 3/5

Feb 3, 2020

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Johann D. M

This 2018 documentary focuses on the life and goals of Pope Francis, the 266th Pope and sovereign of the Vatican City State, who travels the world speaking to those in need and delivering a message of hope. This compelling look at the pontiff's ideas and message is quite powerful and will resonate with viewers for many years to come!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

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Audience Member

, papa you bless will almighty God Good

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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Audience Member

There is much to learn from this God inspired wisdom. Everyone stands to gain by watching this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/02/19

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Jose R

Bueno, Papa. Bueno.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/08/19

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Quinn R

Beautiful. Pope's Francis' ideology is radical for this era but one that is needed very badly. (68%)

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

04/27/19

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Odin's M

Though this documentary is mostly well made, the motivational bias of the filmmaker often shows through which is quite sad as many want to see more of and learn more about the Roman Pontiff. C

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/08/19

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Pope Francis: A Man of His Word: Official Clip - On Homosexuality and Women

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Pope Francis: A Man of His Word: Official Clip - Death and Grace

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Pope Francis: A Man of His Word: Official Clip - On Forgiveness

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Pope Francis: A Man of His Word: Official Clip - Saint Francis and Pope Francis

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Pope Francis: A Man of His Word: Official Clip - Shepherd of the World

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Pope Francis: A Man of His Word: Official Clip - Climate Change & Poverty

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Pope Francis: A Man of His Word: Official Clip - On the Refugee Crisis

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Synopsis

Pope Francis embarks on a personal journey to present his work of reform and answer today's global questions -- from his deep concern for the poor and wealth inequality to his involvement in environmental issues, social justice and calls for peace.

Director: Wim Wenders
Producer: Wim Wenders, David Rosier, Samanta Gandolfi Branca, Alessandro Lo Monaco, Andrea Gambetta
Screenwriter: Wim Wenders, David Rosier
Distributor: Focus Features
Production Co: PTS Art's Factory, Neue Road Movies, Fondazione Solares Suisse, Célestes Images, Decia Films
Rating: PG (Thematic Material|Images of Suffering)
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: Italian
Release Date (Theaters): May 18, 2018, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 4, 2018
Box Office (Gross USA): $2.0M
Runtime: 1h 36m
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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