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A Man Named John (1965)

Based on the diary Pope John XXIII kept between the ages of 14 and 18, his lifelong concern for tolerance, the underprivileged, and world peace is told. Rod Steiger, in the central role, acts as "intermediary" between the Pope and the audience, interpreting John's words, thoughts and actions. Steiger visits the actual places in which John lived, recreating the conditions, environment, and forces that affected his development. Through this unusual technique, we are brought close to an extraordinary man - one who's able to win the love of many people of all faiths.

  • Drama
  • History

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Rod SteigerRod SteigerThe Intermediary
  • Photo of Adolfo CeliAdolfo CeliMsgr. Radini Tedeschi
  • Photo of Giorgo FortunatoGiorgo FortunatoSegretario del Nunzio Roncalli
  • Photo of Ottone CandianiOttone CandianiIl Prete Peccatore di Venezia
  • Photo of Alfonso OrlandoAlfonso OrlandoIl Parrroco
  • Photo of Alberto RossiAlberto RossiAngelo Roncalli - Age 7
  • Photo of Giovanni RossiGiovanni RossiAngelo Roncalli - Age 10
  • Photo of Fabrisio RossiFabrisio RossiAngelo Roncalli - Age 4
  • Photo of Pietro GermiPietro GermiPontiff's Father
  • Photo of Rita BertocchiRita BertocchiPontiff's Mother

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