The read
It runs a compact 1h 30m.
Synopsis
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.
Ratings
TMDB6.5/10
11 audience votes
Key crew
- Ermanno OlmiScreenplay
- Vincenzo LabellaScreenplay
- Ermanno OlmiDirector
- Franco PotenzaOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Rod SteigerThe Intermediary
- Adolfo CeliMsgr. Radini Tedeschi
- Giorgo FortunatoSegretario del Nunzio Roncalli
- Ottone CandianiIl Prete Peccatore di Venezia
- Alfonso OrlandoIl Parrroco
- Alberto RossiAngelo Roncalli - Age 7
- Giovanni RossiAngelo Roncalli - Age 10
- Fabrisio RossiAngelo Roncalli - Age 4
- Pietro GermiPontiff's Father
- Rita BertocchiPontiff's Mother
- Antonio BertocchiUncle Xavier
- Antonio RuttigniDon Pietro, Parrocco di Carviso
Stills
Themes
religion