Reluctant Saint Francis of Assisi

05-51667 Reluctant Saint Francis Of Assisi Here is a Francis who transcends the cherished image of the peaceful lover of nature. Go behind the legend and discover a man who lived in a world much like our own, filled with violence and upheaval. A man who played many roles: wealthy lothario, soldier, businessman, preacher, defender of the poor, and a rebel who never hesitated to speak the truth to the powerful. Narrated by Liev Schreiber (The Manchurian Candidate) with Robert Sean Leonard (House, M.D., The Dead Poet?s Society) as the voice of Francis and based on the biography of St. Francis by best-selling author Donald Spoto. Reluctant Saint was filmed entirely on location in Italy and offers new insights into a life that has engaged the hearts and minds of millions over the centuries. Chapter titles provided for easy scene access Interview with author, Donald Spoto "Canticle of the Sun" - Saint Francis? Prayer Francis? Death Bed Study guide included on the DVD Available online in pdf format All special features can also be accessed through a personal home computer and printed. NARRATED BY LIEV SCHREIBER VOICE OF FRANCIS ROBERT SEAN LEONARD "RELUCTANT SAINT: FRANCIS OF ASSISI" PRODUCED AND DIRECTED BY EMMY AWARD WINNER PAMELA MASON WAGNER BASED ON THE BOOK "RELUCTANT SAINT: THE LIFE OF FRANCIS OF ASSISI" BY DONALD SPOTO EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS EDWARD J. MURRAY WILLIAM SPENCER REILLY JEFFREY C. WEBER DONALD SPOTO GEORGE STELZNER PRODUCED FOR FAITH & VALUES MEDIA BY LIGHTWORKS PRODUCING GROUP AND WEST EGG STUDIOS *DVD-ROM features require a personal computer capable of playing DVD movies to access content. A printer is required for printable media. Running Time: Approx. 60 Minutes Color/NTSC/Stereo 05-51667