Based on the historical records and the personal testimony of his fellow friars, this is the amazing true story of the life of the famous stigmatic monk, St. Padre Pio, the beloved saint who died in 1968. Blessed with incredible spiritual gifts, including healing, bi-location, reading of souls and the stigmatic wounds, Padre Pio was a powerful witness for Christ, and a great spiritual guide to countless souls for over fifty years.Filmed on location in Italy, starring Michele Placido in a moving performance, this film tells the whole story of the beloved monk from San Giovanni Rotondo, a place where millions of pilgrims now go annually to visit Padre Pio’s grave.
When this film aired on Italian television, it drew an almost record audience of 12 million viewers.
Directed by Giulio Base (Maria Goretti, Saint Peter), and with music by legendary music composer Ennio Morricone.
Duration: 180 min
US$ 8.00
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