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Romero is a 1989 biographical film depicting the story of Salvadoran archbishop Óscar Romero, who organized peaceful protests against the violent military regime, eventually at the cost of his own life.
Aug 25, 1989 · A film about the life and work of Oscar Romero, who spoke out against the repression and violence in El Salvador and was assassinated in 1980. Starring Raul Julia, Richard Jordan, Ana Alicia and others, directed by John Duigan.
- (2.5K)
- Biography, Crime, Drama
- John Duigan
- 1989-08-25
A film about the life and death of Archbishop Oscar Romero, who was assassinated in 1980 for speaking out against the repression of El Salvador's government. Raul Julia stars as the moderate and religious leader who became a critic of the regime and a champion of human rights.
Romero is a biographical film about Archbishop Oscar Romero, who opposed the repression and violence in El Salvador in the 1980s. He was assassinated for his courageous stand against the government and the death squads.
Archbishop Óscar Romero (Raul Julia) is reluctant to get involved in a war that rages on between the military elite and guerrilla Marxists in his country of El Salvador. As conditions worsen and...
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- John Duigan
- PG-13
- Raul Julia
A film about the life and martyrdom of Oscar Romero, the archbishop of San Salvador who defied the military dictatorship and spoke out for the poor. The film depicts his gradual transformation from a timid and conservative bishop to a courageous and vocal advocate of social justice, and his tragic fate.
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An inspirational true story, ROMERO captures the essence of one man's incredible courage, exploring the life of respected Archbishop Oscar Romero, who in 1980 made the ultimate sacrifice...
