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St. Anthony

Saint Anthony (2002)

This engaging biopic chronicles the life of St. Anthony of Padua, a disciple of St. Francis of Assisi revered as one of the most-loved saints in all of Catholicism and known in his time as the "Hammer of the Heretics." Admired for his piety, his miracles and his loving treatment of the less fortunate, the gentle St. Anthony also served as the namesake for the Texan city of San Antonio.

Anthony: Warrior of God 2006

Jordi Mollà masterfully portrays St. Anthony of Padua, the beloved 12-century saint who traded in a life of privilege for a life of service to God, in Antonello Belluco's biography. Having lived off the fat of the land in medieval Lisbon, Anthony was overcome by the troubled world around him and joined a monastery. Although physically weak, he took on the government and the Church on behalf of the downtrodden, a stand that led to his canonization.

St. Damien
 

Damien(1978) NR

Terence Knapp stars in this award-winning drama as Roman Catholic missionary Father Damien, the real-life Belgian priest who dedicated his life to working with lepers on the Hawaiian island of Molokai and ultimately sacrificed much of himself. Originally produced for television, the film documents Damien's service as both a spiritual guide and medical caregiver in his mission to tend to those whom others had forsaken.

Molokai: Story of Fr. Damien (1999)

In 19th-century Hawaii, lepers are exiled to the island of Molokai and left to fend for themselves without any outside assistance -- until a courageous priest named Father Damien (David Wenham) risks his own life to help ease their suffering. Although he's shunned by his church's greedy elders, Father Damien inspires others to reach out to the residents of Molokai. Peter O'Toole, Sam Neill and Derek Jacobi co-star in this inspiring biopic. (Netflix Description)

The Father Damien Story (2006)  

 Narrated by Robin Williams, this compelling biography chronicles the life of renowned humanitarian Father Damien De Veuster. Accompanied by the music of Keola Beamer, the film examines the journey from his childhood in Belgium to his legendary missionary work. Transported to the quarantined islands of Hawaii in 1883, Father Damien dedicated the rest of his life to the sufferers of Hansen's disease (leprosy), the most feared malady of the time. (Netflix Description)

St. Jon ‘Don’ Bosco

Don Bosco (1990)

This television feature film stars the well-known Ben Gazzarra as St. John Bosco in the first ever full production about the popular saint of Turin. Blessed with tremendous natural and supernatural gifts, including a wonderful sense of humor, St. John Bosco overcame great obstacles to help children of the streets find a better life. This true, inspiring story will be a blessing for all age groups. (Ignatius Press Catalog)

St. John Bosco: Mission to Love (2004)

This inspirational biopic chronicles the remarkable life of Giovanni Melchiorre Bosco (portrayed by Flavio Insinna), an influential Catholic priest who was also known as St. John Bosco. After growing up fatherless on the mean streets of Turin, Italy, Bosco embraced a life of service and began educating homeless boys through the charitable work of his own religious order, the Salesian Society. (Netflix Description)

St. Patrick

Trial At Tara from Family Theater Productions (1953)

St. Patrick spreads Christianity through Ireland. Featuring: Ruth Hussey, William Blackwell, Richard Haley, Pat O’Malley

St. Patrick: The Irish Legend (2000) 

 Filmed in Ireland, this made-for-cable biopic profiles the Emerald Isle's patron saint. While suffering as the slave of pagan barbarians, young Patrick (Luke Griffin) has a divine encounter that rekindles his religious fervor. He grows up to become a missionary (played by Patrick Bergin) determined to convert his native land to Christianity. But upon returning home, Patrick butts heads with a British bishop (Malcolm McDowell). (Netflix Description)

St. Patrick: Apostle of Ireland (2001) 

 Go beyond the revelry of St. Patrick's Day and learn about the man himself. This dramatic documentary features reenactments of St. Patrick's life and deeds and explores the only writings of his known to exist: "Confession" and "Letter to Coroticus." Father Frank Fahey, of Ballintubber Abbey, and Michael Slavin, author of The Book of Tara, discuss the history of this important figure who brought Christianity to Ireland. (Netflix Description)

Patrick (2004) UR

 Liam Neeson narrates this absorbing docudrama about St. Patrick. Shot in the Emerald Isle and featuring commentary by best-selling author Frank McCourt, the film chronicles the 5th-century saint's life from his meager beginnings to his rise as a Catholic revolutionary who helped synthesize Christianity and Celtic tradition. The film also explores the facts behind the colorful religious icon's worldwide popularity. (Netflix Description)

St. Padre Pio
Padre Pio: Between Heaven and Earth  (2000) NR

 Filmed on location in Italy, this biographical drama profiles contemporary saint Padre Pio, an Italian monk famous for the stigmata that afflicted him for much of his adult life and for being able to "read the souls" of penitents. Michele Placido stars as the San Giovanni Rotondo friar who tended to the souls of the masses for more than 50 years. Legendary composer Ennio Morricone provides the score. (Netflix Description)

Padre Pio: Miracle Man(2000)

From the holy visions of his childhood through his powerful prophecy and adult ministry, the man who would come to be known as Padre Pio (portrayed by Sergio Castellitto) is the focus of Carlo Carlei's film. Enduring hardship and persecution from the Church during his lifetime, the pious Francisco Forgione blessed the lives of many with his miraculous healing. The Vatican canonized him as a saint in 2002. (Netflix Description)

Padre Pio Sanctus (2004)  

This compelling documentary tells the story Padre Pio, a 20th-century saint. Born in Pietrelcina, Italy, Pio, who received stigmata and possessed the ability to heal and foresee the future, was made a saint by Pope John Paul II in 1999. The program includes interviews with Pio and those who knew him; readings from documents, including his diaries; rare footage of his beatification and canonization ceremonies; and more.

Padre Pio: The Priest Who Bore the Wounds of Christ 2007 NR

Hosted by Father Andrew Apostoli, this fascinating 13-part series examines the remarkable life of Francesco Forgione, an Italian priest who was canonized St. Pio of Pietrelcina and came to be known as Padre Pio. He is famous not only for his piety but also for his documentation of visible stigmata marks on his hands and feet that he claimed allowed him to feel the pain of Jesus Christ as he was being crucified.

Solanus Casey

Solanus Casey: Priest, Porter, Prophet

Born in a log cabin along the banks of the Mississippi River, he was the sixth child in a family of ten boys and six girls. He spent his 53 years as a priest in menial service as a sacristan and porter; yet by the time he was declared "Venerable" by Pope John Paul II in 1995, thousands of people had offered testimony that Fr. Casey had transformed their lives. (EWTN Religious Catalog)

THE HEALING PROPHET... SOLANUS CASEY
This fascinating film tells the story of Venerable Solanus Casey. Because he had academic difficulties, the Capuchin friar was ordained a simplex priest. He was not permitted to hear confessions or preach formally, but as his community's porter, he came in contact, counseled, and prayed with many people, especially the poor. Throughout his life, he was a model of humility and service. Fr. Casey died at the age of 86 on July 31, 1957, the anniversary of the same hour and day of his First Holy Mass. (EWTN Religious Catalog)