From a Far Country

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.

Country:

Italy,

Poland,

United Kingdom

Genre:

Drama,

History

Duration:

140 minutes

Year:

1981

Director:

Krzysztof Zanussi

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Company:

Film Polski Film Agency,

Trans World Film,

ITC Entertainment,

RAI

Cast:

Marian

Tadek Sobański

Wanda

Priest

Sapieha

Crew:

Story

Writer

Director

Music

Writer