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John Paul II in America: Uniting a Continent

The papacy of St. John Paul II had a significant influence on the American continent, marked by extensive travels from Argentina to Alaska, fueled by his dream of a unified region under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

The papacy of St. John Paul II left a lasting impact on the American continent. He was driven by his conviction of a "United American Continent" under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and his travels generated massive crowds, shaped a generation, and changed the course of history. The movie explores the Pope's role in the fall of dictatorships in Chile, Haiti, Paraguay, and Brazil, and features rare archival footage and insightful analysis from leading figures.

Info about John Paul II in America: Uniting a Continent

Studio(s): Media Arts Center

Originally Released: United States, Aug 05, 2014

Genres:Documentary