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2020116 minPGdocumentary

7.2/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

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Francesco

2020116 minPGdocumentary

7.2/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

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12 Muslim refugees were brought to Italy by Pope Francis after his visit to a refugee camp on the Greek island of Lesbos in 2016.

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Director

Evgeny Afineevsky

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12 Muslim refugees were brought to Italy by Pope Francis after his visit to a refugee camp on the Greek island of Lesbos in 2016.

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Synopsis

Pope Francis speaks candidly about contemporary issues facing the world, including climate change and immigration. The film features interviews with the pontiff, his family, and figures like Benedict XVI. It recounts his interactions with the Rohingya community in Bangladesh and the Muslim refugees he brought to Italy from Greece. The documentary also addresses clergy abuse victims and includes Francis's support for same-sex civil unions, marking a significant moment in the Catholic Church's stance on LGBTQ rights.

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Meet Pope Francis and his impactful teachings
See the stories of the Rohingya community
Find out about clergy abuse victims' experiences
Discover Pope Francis' stance on same-sex civil unions

Did You Know

Francesco premiered at the Rome Film Festival on October 21, 2020.
The film was released in the U.S. on March 26, 2021, by Abramorama.
Pope Francis endorsed same-sex civil unions in a 2019 interview.
The film holds a 71% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 17 reviews.
Evgeny Afineevsky received the Kinéo Prize on October 22, 2020.

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Pope Francis fansSocial justice advocatesDocumentary enthusiasts

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Francesco premiere?

Francesco had its world premiere at the Rome Film Festival on October 21, 2020.

Who directed the documentary Francesco?

Francesco was directed and produced by Evgeny Afineevsky.

What is Pope Francis's stance on same-sex civil unions?

Pope Francis supported same-sex civil unions, stating that homosexuals have a right to be part of the family and that a civil union law should be created for legal protection.

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