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Mother Teresa: In the Name of God's Poor

1997·Movie
1h 35min
66
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Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle5
  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Deeply moving and wholesome

  • Pathos9
  • Wholesome8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Dark Humor2

World

A real life story, faith and meaning, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Calcutta, 1946. Violence rages in India. Sister Teresa teaches at a convent, but is haunted by the faces of the starving, the poor and the homeless; the faces of those less fortunate than her. With only her faith in God, she leaves the convent to live in the slums and care for the poor. An surprisingly, even one of the most revered, selfless heroes questioned her purpose.
Biographical DramaHistorical ContextSpiritual JourneySocial CommentarySelfless HeroismFaith & DoubtEmotional ImpactPoverty and SufferingQuestioning Purpose

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Is Mother Teresa: In the Name of God's Poor worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Mother Teresa: In the Name of God's Poor rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Mother Teresa: In the Name of God's Poor?

1 h 35 min

Mother Teresa: In the Name of God's Poor runs 1 h 35 min.

Is Mother Teresa: In the Name of God's Poor based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Mother Teresa: In the Name of God's Poor in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.