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From a Far Country

The film chronicles Pope John Paul II's life, spanning from his childhood Christmas celebration with his father in Poland in 1926 to the outbreak of World War II in 1939 following Nazi Germany's invasion of Poland.

The film tells the story of Pope John Paul II's life, beginning in 1926 when a young Karol Wojtyla spent Christmas with his father in Poland, and continuing through his experiences during and after World War II, including his refuge at the house of Cardinal Wyszynski after Nazi Germany's invasion of Poland.

Info about From a Far Country

Studio(s): Trans World Film, ITC Entertainment

Originally Released: United States, Sep 15, 1981

Production Countries: Italy, Poland, United Kingdom

Genres:Biography, Drama