Francesco
1989 • 157 min • Drama · History
Synopsis
The life of St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226) as related by followers who gather after his death to tell stories so that Leone can record them: a privileged and virile youth, a prisoner of war, an heir who turns away from his father and gives all to the poor, a beggar for others, and an inspiration to friends who accept the Gospels' life of poverty.
Our family guide
Best from age 13- 66 Audience · 61 · 100%
This historical drama depicts the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, from his privileged youth to his radical embrace of poverty and service. Told through the recollections of his followers, it explores his spiritual journey and impact.
- Violence & peril
- 3/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 1/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 1/10
- Scary moments
- 2/10
Heads up
- Some depictions of medieval warfare
- Brief instances of human suffering
- Renunciation of family wealth
What it models well
- Compassion for the poor
- Spiritual devotion
- Humility and self-sacrifice
- Finding one's purpose
Talk about it after
- The meaning of poverty and wealth
- Following one's conscience
- Historical religious movements
- Helping those in need
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Top billed cast
Director: Liliana Cavani • Crew: Liliana Cavani, Liliana Cavani, Roberta Mazzoni
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 6.6/10 (61)
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $14,500,000
- IMDb
- tt0097383