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Francesco is a documentary that focuses on the life and teachings of Pope Francis, directed by Evgeny Afineevsky. It features interviews with Pope Francis, his family members, and notable figures such as Benedict XVI. The film addresses contemporary issues and the Catholic Church's role in responding to injustice, highlighting the experiences of marginalized communities, including the Rohingya in Myanmar and clergy abuse victims in Chile.
The film premiered at the Rome Film Festival on October 21, 2020, and was later released in the United States on March 26, 2021. It includes a significant moment where Pope Francis expresses support for same-sex civil unions, marking him as the first pope to do so. This commentary was previously omitted from public releases of his interviews.
Why Watch
- •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.
Perfect For
Pope Francis fansSocial justice advocatesDocumentary enthusiasts