Starring: Daniele Liotti, Enrico Brignano, Jose Sancho Director: Umberto Marino ***Italian
with English Subtitles***
This is the first time feature
length dramatic film on the life of St.
Anthony of Padua, one of the most popular saints in Christian history,
and one who is even revered by Muslim and Hindu communities. Shot
on
location in Italy with top-notch acting and glorious cinematography,
this film tells the story of his amazing and adventurous life from his
youth to his death at a young age.
Born into a Portuguese noble family
in 1195, Anthony defied his
father's wishes to become a knight and, instead, followed the call of
God to become a humble monk. He eventually joined the Franciscans
and
was a follower of St. Francis of Assisi. Anthony became renowned for
his powerful preaching and his miracles that won countless souls for
Christ.
This film tells of his travels
through Italy, his mission to Morocco,
and his meeting with St. Francis. It beautifully portrays the
power of
his preaching, the holiness of his life given completely to Christ, his
love for the poor, and the wonders of his miracles. Worn out and
sick
from his dedication and zeal, Anthony died at the age of 36 in Padua
shortly after working his last great miracle. Soon after his
death, he
was canonized a saint by Pope Gregory IX.
MPAA
Rating: Not
Rated.
USCCB
Rating: Not
Rated.
Run
Time: 103 Minutes
Widescreen
Languages: Italian
Subtitles: English
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