Based on the diary Pope John XXIII kept between the ages of 14 and 18, his lifelong concern for tolerance, the underprivileged, and world peace is told. Rod Steiger, in the central role, acts as "intermediary" between the Pope and the audience, interpreting John's words, thoughts and actions. Steiger visits the actual places in which John lived, recreating the conditions, environment, and forces that affected his development. Through this unusual technique, we are brought close to an extraordinary man - one who's able to win the love of many people of all faiths.
as The Intermediary
as Msgr. Radini Tedeschi
as Segretario del Nunzio Roncalli
as Il Prete Peccatore di Venezia
as Il Parrroco
as Angelo Roncalli - Age 7
as Angelo Roncalli - Age 10
as Angelo Roncalli - Age 4
as Pontiff's Father
as Pontiff's Mother
as Uncle Xavier
as Don Pietro, Parrocco di Carviso
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
