Romero

Romero

1989 · 105 min · EN · PG-13 · 7.0 (29 votes)
Dir. John Duigan · Starring Raúl Juliá, Richard Jordan, Ana Alicia, Eddie Velez, Alejandro Bracho, Tony Plana · Music Gabriel Yared

In defense of the poor in El Salvador, he fought with the only weapon he had... the truth.

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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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A powerful, somber drama that chronicles a man's transformation from complacency to righteous defiance. It feels like a historical testament to faith and sacrifice against overwhelming oppression, leaving a profound, inspiring, yet tragic impression.

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