A Man Named John
E venne un uomo
Synopsis
Based on the diary Pope John XXIII kept between the ages of 14 and 18, his lifelong concern for tolerance, the underprivileged, and world peace is told. Rod Steiger, in the central role, acts as "intermediary" between the Pope and the audience, interpreting John's words, thoughts and actions. Steiger visits the actual places in which John lived, recreating the conditions, environment, and forces that affected his development. Through this unusual technique, we are brought close to an extraordinary man - one who's able to win the love of many people of all faiths.
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Rod Steiger
The Intermediary
Adolfo Celi
Msgr. Radini Tedeschi
Giorgo Fortunato
Segretario del Nunzio Roncalli
Ottone Candiani
Il Prete Peccatore di Venezia
Alfonso Orlando
Il Parrroco
Alberto Rossi
Angelo Roncalli - Age 7
Giovanni Rossi
Angelo Roncalli - Age 10
Fabrisio Rossi
Angelo Roncalli - Age 4
Pietro Germi
Pontiff's Father
Rita Bertocchi
Pontiff's Mother
Antonio Bertocchi
Uncle Xavier
Antonio Ruttigni
Don Pietro, Parrocco di Carviso
John XXIII.
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Febio Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 4, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ermanno Olmi
- Screenplay & Story
- Ermanno Olmi, Vincenzo Labella
- Original Score
- Franco Potenza
- Original Title
- E venne un uomo
- Country of Origin
- Italy, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Italian, Latin
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Franco London Films, Sol Produzione, Majestic Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ermanno Olmi
Ermanno Olmi, Vincenzo Labella, John XXIII.
Franco Potenza
Piero Portalupi
Carla Colombo
Harry Saltzman, Vincenzo Labella
Department Leadership Roster
Ermanno Olmi
Screenplay
Vincenzo Labella
Screenplay
Piero Portalupi
Director of Photography
Carla Colombo
Editor
Harry Saltzman
Producer
Ermanno Olmi
Director
Ennio Michettoni
Production Design
Vincenzo Labella
Producer
Franco Potenza
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Man Named John
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What is A Man Named John about?
Based on the diary Pope John XXIII kept between the ages of 14 and 18, his lifelong concern for tolerance, the underprivileged, and world peace is told. Rod Steiger, in the central role, acts as "intermediary" between the Pope and the audience, interpreting John's words, thoughts and actions. Steiger visits the actual places in which John lived, recreating the conditions, environment, and forces that affected his development. Through this unusual technique, we are brought close to an extraordinary man - one who's able to win the love of many people of all faiths.
Who directed A Man Named John?
A Man Named John was directed by Ermanno Olmi.
Who stars in A Man Named John?
The principal cast of A Man Named John includes Rod Steiger, Adolfo Celi, Giorgo Fortunato, Ottone Candiani, Alfonso Orlando.
When was A Man Named John released and how long is it?
A Man Named John was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for A Man Named John?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Man Named John was composed by Franco Potenza.
Is A Man Named John based on a book or true story?
A Man Named John is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John XXIII.".