Romero

Romero

★ 6.9IMDb Score
Released:1989-08-12
Duration:105 min
Director:John Duigan
Actors:Raúl Juliá, Richard Jordan, Ana Alicia, Eddie Velez, Alejandro Bracho
Production:Paulist Productions

Overview:

Romero is a compelling and deeply moving look at the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, who made the ultimate sacrifice in a passionate stand against social injustice and oppression in his county. This film chronicles the transformation of Romero from an apolitical, complacent priest to a committed leader of the Salvadoran people.

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