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Saint Rita (2004)

The story of the beloved patron of hopeless situations comes to life in this epic film starring Vittoria Belvedere (Pope John Paul II, The Apocalypse) and Martin Crewes. Rita is a beautiful young woman who longs to enter the convent, but when she meets Paolo, a handsome knight, she accepts his offer of marriage. Her new family isn't as welcoming as she would wish, and she soon finds that her husband's brothers are involved in violence and murder. Determined to reform her husband, Rita succeeds in winning him over. She and Paolo are blessed with two sons and living happily when tragedy strikes... and Rita loses everything. Set against a turbulent background of 15th century Italy, this story of forgiveness, faith and virtue is an inspiring tribute to this brave, saintly woman. Filmed on location in Italy.

Format: DVD
Region: ALL
Running time: 92 mins approx
Rating: PG
Language: English, Italian
Subtitles: English, Italian
Special features: Behind the Scenes Featurette