A Man Named John (1965)
Drama
History
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.
Cast
The Intermediary
Msgr. Radini Tedeschi
Uncle Xavier
Don Pietro, Parrocco di Carviso
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Segretario del Nunzio Roncalli
Il Prete Peccatore di Venezia
Il Parrroco
Angelo Roncalli - Age 7
Angelo Roncalli - Age 10
Angelo Roncalli - Age 4
Pontiff's Father
Pontiff's Mother
Crew
Director
Screenplay
Screenplay
Producer
Production Design
Editor
Set Decoration
Production Manager
Sound Engineer
Camera Operator
Novel
Director of Photography
Producer
Original Music Composer
Production Secretary
Assistant Director
Assistant Camera
Assistant Editor
Additional Editing
Conductor