A Man Named John (E venne un uomo) 58 years old

A Man Named John

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.

Credits

A Man Named John Cast

Name Character
Adolfo Celi He was 45, 63 years old when he died as Msgr. Radini Tedeschi
Rod Steiger He was 42, 77 years old when he died as The Intermediary
Pietro Germi He was 53, 60 years old when he died as Pontiff's Father

A Man Named John Crew

Name Department
Vincenzo Labella as Production Supervisor. He was 42 (93) years old when He died Production
Vincenzo Labella as Screenplay. He was 42 (93) years old when He died Writing
Ermanno Olmi as Director. He was 36 (86) years old when He died Directing
Ermanno Olmi as Screenplay. He was 36 (86) years old when He died Writing
Ennio Michettoni as Production Design. Art
Ennio Michettoni as Set Decoration. Art
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A Man Named John (58 years)

  • Release day: Thursday, November 18, 1965
  • Runtime: 90 minutes