
All ages
The Shoes of the Fisherman
Best from age 10 · G · 1968 · 162 min
All agesBest from age 10 · G · 1968 · 162 min · Drama
The Shoes of the Fisherman
Released after decades in a Soviet gulag, a Ukrainian bishop is sent to the Vatican. When the Pope unexpectedly dies, he finds himself on a path to a challenging destiny that could shape the future of the world. This thoughtful drama explores faith, leadership, and global responsibility.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
Mild2/10
Language
Mild1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Mild1/10
Romance & sensuality
None0/10
Scary moments
Mild2/10
Heads up
- Discussions of political imprisonment and suffering.
- Depicts Cold War tensions and nuclear threat of nuclear famine.
- Some intense emotional intensity around global crises.
Models well
- Compassion and empathy
- Leadership and responsibility
- Forgiveness and reconciliation
- Faith and conviction
Talk about it after
- What makes a good leader, especially in times of crisis?
- How can personal suffering lead to wisdom and strength?
- The role of faith in confronting global challenges.
- Understanding different cultures and political systems.
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