The inspirational portrayal of Mother Teresa, a simple nun who became one of the most significant personalities of the 20th century. Starring Olivia Hussey in the title role, the film traces Mother Teresa’s journey from her early calling in Albania to her decades of ministry among the poorest of the poor in Calcutta. Armed with a faith that could move mountains, she leaves the comfort of her original order to live among and serve the poor, the lepers, the dying, and the abandoned children in the city’s slums, eventually founding the Missionaries of Charity. Along the way, she challenges many authorities—including skeptical Church officials—to gain approval for her mission, establishes a “City of Peace” as a refuge for lepers and their families, and weathers controversies ranging from building disputes to false accusations of child trafficking. The film also captures her humility even at the height of international acclaim, including her 1979 Nobel Peace Prize, where she famously questioned why money should be spent on a lavish banquet when it could serve the poor instead.

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Runtime: 110 min

Release: 2003

Cast: Olivia Hussey, Sabastiano Somma, Ingrid Rubio

Director: Fabrizio Costa

Writer: Massimo Cerofolini, Francesco Scardamanglia