The Good Pope (2003)
Angelo Roncalli, born in Sotto Il Monte in 1881, is known for his profound spirituality as well as his extraordinary goodness from the young years of his life. When he feels a need to serve God, Angelo goes to study theology in Bergamo, and in Apollinare School (Rome) and becomes a priest. During his studies, he gets to know his two dearest friends, Mattia and Nicola. Very soon, most people see marvelous talents in him, including his wide knowledge and a constant readiness for sacrifice. The Holy See makes him go further to bishop and cardinal, and the Holy Father sends him to various places as a representative of the Church. When Pius XII dies on October, the 9th, 1958, 77 year-old Angelo goes to Rome, to conclave to choose a new pope. However, this time, it is him who hears gentle words of Jesus "Tu es Petrus!" ("You are Peter!") and from October, the 28th leads the church as pope John XXIII
Cast
- Bob Hoskins - Angelo Roncalli / Pope John XXIII
- Carlo Cecchi - Cardinal Mattia Carcano
- Roberto Citran - Monsignor Loris Capovilla
- Fabrizio Vidale - Angelo Roncalli (young)
- Sergio Bini Bustric - Guido Gusso
- Francesco Venditti - Nicola Catania (young)
- Rolando Ravello - Cannava
- John Light - Mattia Carcano (young)
- Francesco Carnelutti - Nicola Catania
- Lena Lessing - Marta Von Papen
Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Good Pope about?
- Angelo Roncalli, born in Sotto Il Monte in 1881, is known for his profound spirituality as well as his extraordinary goodness from the young years of his life. When he feels a need to serve God, Angelo goes to study theology in Bergamo, and in Apollinare School (Rome) and becomes a priest. During his studies, he gets to know his two dearest friends, Mattia and Nicola. Very soon, most people see marvelous talents in him, including his wide knowledge and a constant readiness for sacrifice. The Holy See makes him go further to bishop and cardinal, and the Holy Father sends him to various places as a representative of the Church. When Pius XII dies on October, the 9th, 1958, 77 year-old Angelo goes to Rome, to conclave to choose a new pope. However, this time, it is him who hears gentle words of Jesus "Tu es Petrus!" ("You are Peter!") and from October, the 28th leads the church as pope John XXIII
- Who directed The Good Pope?
- The Good Pope was directed by Ricky Tognazzi.
- Who stars in The Good Pope?
- The Good Pope stars Bob Hoskins, Carlo Cecchi, Roberto Citran, Fabrizio Vidale, Sergio Bini Bustric, Francesco Venditti.
- How long is The Good Pope?
- The Good Pope has a runtime of 3h 0m (180 minutes).
- What genre is The Good Pope?
- The Good Pope is a Drama, History film.
- Where was The Good Pope produced?
- The Good Pope was produced in Italy.