Pope Francis. : a man of his word

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Statement of responsibility: Focus Features presents ; in association with The Palindrome ; a CTV - Centro Televisivo Vaticano, Célestes Images, Solares Fondazione delle Arti, Neue Road Movies, Decia Films, Fondazione Solares Suisse, PTS Art's Factory production ; a film by Wim Wenders ; written and produced by Wim Wenders and David Rosier

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Summary

A rare co-production with the Vatican. Pope Francis' ideas and his message are central to this documentary, which sets out to present his work of reform and his answers to today's global questions about death, social justice, immigration, ecology, wealth inequality, materialism, and the role of the family
"The interview sections are fascinating, and scenes of the pope's travels, during which he frequently washes the feet of those who come to him, are moving."--New York Times
"A Man of His Word' honors and celebrates the shock of a man of God who would rather make this life better than hand out empty promises about the next."--Boston Globe
"It is a pleasure to watch the present-day Francis interact with people all over the world and articulate his hopes for improving the lot of the poor."--Hollywood Reporter

Credits note

Music, Laurent Petitgand ; director of photography, Lisa Rinzler ; editor, Maxine Goedicke
Originally released as a motion picture in 2018

Intended audience: MPAA rating: PG; for thematic material including images of suffering

Language note: English, Spanish or French audio; optional English (SDH), Spanish or French subtitles; English audio description

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