Romero
In defense of the poor in El Salvador, he fought with the only weapon he had... the truth.
1989 · 1h 45m · PG-13
Drama, History
Directed by
John Duigan
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.
Director and cast
- John Duigan Director
- Raúl Juliá as Archbishop Oscar Bishop
- Richard Jordan as Father Rutilio Grande
- Ana Alicia as Arista Zelada
- Eddie Velez as Lt. Columa
- Alejandro Bracho as Father Alfonzo Osuna
- Tony Plana as Father Manuel Morantes
- Harold Gould as Francisco Galedo
- Lucy Reina as Lucia
- Al Ruscio as Bishop Estrada
- Tony Perez Cast
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