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From a Far Country (1981)

★ 4.6/10 140 min Drama, History Italy, Poland, United Kingdom English
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The Epic Story of a Country - It's People and A Man

Description

This heroic story follows the life of Karol Wojtyla, a Polish Roman catholic who ascends the throne of St. Peter as Pope John Paul II. As a young boy, Karol is a bright and talented student. Archbishop Sapieha recognizes the very special, moving qualities Karol possesses and encourages him to consider the priesthood. Although determined to study Polish literature, Karol turns to the church; he is ordained and studies in Italy, France, and Belgium. Torn by fear and repression in post-Stalin Eastern Europe, Karol becomes a poisonous thorn in the communists' side. His deer reverence and commitment return him to Poland as Pope John Paul II.

Top Cast

Sam Neill
Sam Neill Marian
Christopher Cazenove
Christopher Cazenove Tadek Sobański
Lisa Harrow
Lisa Harrow Wanda
John Welsh
John Welsh Priest
Maurice Denham
Maurice Denham Sapieha
Cezary Morawski
Cezary Morawski Karol Wojtyła
Daniel Olbrychski
Daniel Olbrychski Captain
Maja Komorowska
Maja Komorowska Nun

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