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Il Poverello: The Story of St Francis of Assisi

Il Poverello: The Story of St Francis of Assisi English | 1 x 52 minutes

Producer: Peter Batty Productions.
Availability: Worldwide, all media (on request).

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This is an astonishing story of how a 12th century friar from a relatively unknown part of Europe, who during his life-time liked to be known as 'Il Poverello' - the little poor man - has reached international and historic prominence 800 years later.

Shot mostly on location in Assisi, Rome, and Canterbury, the film provides an intriguing insight into the area of Italy and the century from which Francis sprang. The annual Calendimaggio festival in Assisi furnishes a colourful opening and closing to the documentary.