Rating: - A gem
It is such a lovely film. That such an important personage as the Pope could become emeshed (incognito) in the lives of ordinary village people is a romantic notion, and yet it works, as we see him reluctant to abandon his new friends and concerns while his staff in Rome struggle to put a face on his absence from the Vatican. The Pope has gone AWOL! And yet he is more of a Pope than any of his predcessors as he concerns himself with his people's pain. My goodness, Tom Conti is attractive, in a way that in no way impugns his role as Pontif. He loves, and he never forgets who he is. Please ... Read More
Rating: - Thank you! Thank you!
All this time, I thought I was the only who loved this movie as much as you do. I had a copy of this movie at one time and was so eager for my friends to see it, I loaned it to a preacher when he had surgery and I never saw the movie again and he joined the Navy and moved to Spain. Ever since, I have been looking for this movie on DVD. What a disappointment that it isn't on DVD. Whenever I think of the movie, I can't help but smile. It has such true meaning for humanitarian causes. Please keep me posted when it comes out on DVD (if ever). I am so glad there is a Saving Grace following!
Rating: - Even after 20 years, I still remember this charming film. BRING OUT THE DVD!
I saw this charming film on the recommendation of my brother in law. A film about a pope who gets locked out? Eeeehhhhhhhh, I dunno.
My husband and I watched it and were absolutely charmed. We have been looking for a DVD version for the last few years to add it to our library and share with our kids.
BRING THIS GEM TO DVD!
Rating: - Wonderful spiritual journey
A friend recommended this to me years ago, and when I saw the video, I loved it. Later my wife bought the VHS for me, but I hope that it will be released on DVD one day.
Although listed as a comedy--and it does have a strong humorous flavor throughout--it is a powerful drama about spiritual growth, hope, despair, love, and self respect. Reminiscent somewhat of "Shoes of the Fisherman," starring Anthony Quinn, from several years earlier, this is the story of a Pope's returning to his roots of being a pastor and helper of mankind--something he found difficult, if not impossible, to do ... Read More
Rating: - Why not DVD?!
I remember seeing the preview to this movie when it was released in the theaters, and thinking, "Sounds Funny!" Well, we may have been a little mislead by that. However, this movie shows what we all must go through at one time in our lives: Self-Realization. As the Pope, is Leo really doing God's work? As a figurehead, maybe. But that's not why he became a priest. His lack of opportunity to help others, and the guilt that it brings to him is sparked by a small girl from a remote town who comes all the way to Rome to tell him that her town has no priest. His heart aches, and when he finds himself ... Read More
