Karol: The Pope, The Man

The story

This highly acclaimed feature film on Pope John Paul II was filmed on location in Italy and Poland. Focusing on the papacy of John Paul and the tremendous impact he had on the Church and the world, Karol: The Pope, The Man stars actor Piotr Adamczyk in a deeply moving portrayal of the beloved pontiff. It is the powerful true story of a charismatic spiritual leader who helped bring down Communism, renewed the life of the Church, greatly impacted youth worldwide with love for Christ, and a Pope who reached out to other religions and world leaders with a message of peace and love. Also stars Raoul Bova (Saint Francis), Michele Placido (Padre Pio: Between Heaven and Earth) and Adriana Asti as Mother Teresa. The beautiful film score is by legendary film composer Ennio Morricone.

Cast & crew

Piotr AdamczykJohn Paul II

Dariusz KwaśnikDr. Renato Buzzonetti

Michele PlacidoDr. Renato Buzzonetti

Dariusz KwaśnikStanislaw Dziwisz

Alberto CraccoAgostino Casaroli

Adriana AstiMadre Teresa di Calcutta

Raoul BovaPadre Thomas

Leslie HopeJulia Ritter

Alkis ZanisAli Agca

Carlos KaniowskyOscar Arnulfo Romero Goldamez

Fabrice ScottJerzy Popieluszko

Paolo Maria ScalondroWojciech Jaruzelski