This new docu-drama on the life and miracles of St. Francis is based on the official writings of Brother Thomas Celano, a close companion and friar with St. Francis who spent many years with the saint. Brother Thomas called Francis an "alter Christos" who was like "a holy mirror of the sanctity of the Lord, and an image of His perfection."
Beautifully filmed on location in Assisi and other Italian towns where Francis made an impact, this film tells the story of his whole life. We see the wealthy young Francis, who dreamt of being a great knight, but becomes transformed by a mystical experience of the Lord, who asked Francis to "rebuild my Church." God asked him to leave all his possessions and unite himself with his "Lady Poverty," serving the poor and outcast. Francis becomes a "troubadour of the Lord" and a "jester of God" who attracts great numbers of men to join his new monastic order, helping to renew the Church and spread the Gospel.
The film uses many famous works of medieval art by Giotto and other Italian artists to illustrate the life of Francis. Various historians, professors, priests, and friars offer insightful commentary about the life and times of this greatly loved saint.
Up Next in October 4 — St. Francis of Assisi
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St. Francis of Assisi
Francis Bernadone, a wealthy young Italian teen, was carefree and jovial. Follow his story of conversion and decision to be "all in" for God! While Francis never became a priest, he did attract many followers to his life of poverty for Christ, including St. Clare! Guest appearance of Leonardo deF...
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Saint Francis
Filmed on location in Assisi and at other actual locations where St. Francis lived and died, this feature film vividly tells the story of the greatly beloved saint from childhood to his death. Beautifully filmed with outstanding cinematography and fine acting talent, this film stars Italian actor...
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The Birth of the Franciscans
These three fascinating docu-dramas use expert commentary, on-location footage, and dramatic vignettes to tell the stories of three disciples of Saint Francis of Assisi. These stories trace the origins of the Franciscan movement.
Friar Bernard was the first to join Francis in ministry. Althoug...
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