This 3-part documentary begins with the life of Karol Wojtyla in Poland before he became Pope. Following his ordination in 1946 he rose steadily through the ranks of the Church until he became Pope in 1978. Also included are interviews with various prominent people who provide their behind the scenes look at the Pope's crucial role in the power of politics.
General Note: Winner of the 2004 New York Festivals Grand Award for Best Documentary ; Gold WorldMedal for Best Biography/Profiles.Closed-captioned. In English or Spanish.For private home use only.Standard format.Special features include: bonus interviews with Charles Curran, Hans Kung, Marco Politti, Sister Theresa Kane, Francis Cardinal Arinze, Henry Kissinger, Zbigniew Brzezinski. Bonus interviews in English only.
Formatted Contents Note: Life story -- The Pope and his role in the fall of Communism -- A critical perspective.
Target Audience Note:
Not rated.
Awards Note:
Winner of the 2004 New York Festivals Grand Award for Best Documentary ; Gold WorldMedal for Best Biography/Profiles.