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Directed by | Abel Ferrara |
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Starring | Shia LaBeouf |
Cinematography | Alessandro Abate |
Edited by | Leonardo Daniel Bianchi |
Music by | Joe Delia |
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Distributed by | Gravitas Ventures |
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Running time | 104 minutes |
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Language | English |
Padre Pio is a 2022 biographical film co-written and directed by Abel Ferrara. It stars Shia LaBeouf as Padre Pio, a Capuchin Franciscan priest who received the stigmata. This historical event is shown in the film.[1] He is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church.[2][3] During its production, as a result of his spiritual experiences, LaBeouf converted to Catholicism.[4]
The film premiered at the 79th Venice International Film Festival on 2 September 2022. It was nominated for the Giornate degli Autori "Director's Award."[5] It was in competition at the Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival.[6] At the Lisbon & Estoril Film Festival, it was nominated for the "Best Film Award."[7] During its North American premiere at the Mammoth Film Festival, it won the "Achievement for Filmmaking" award for cinematography.[8]
The film was released in the United States on 2 June 2023 by Gravitas Ventures. Dazzler Media released it in the United Kingdom and Ireland on 26 January 2024. RS Productions released it in Italy on 18 July 2024.
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