Francesco

1989·Movie
2h 37min·PG-13
53
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Cathartic and moving

  • Catharsis9
  • Pathos8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, a real life story, and faith and meaning

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

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About

The life of St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226) as related by followers who gather after his death to tell stories so that Leone can record them: a privileged and virile youth, a prisoner of war, an heir who turns away from his father and gives all to the poor, a beggar for others, and an inspiration to friends who accept the Gospels' life of poverty.
Religious BiographySaint Francis of AssisiHistorical DramaSpiritual JourneyItalian CinemaFaith and PovertyDevotionCharacter Study

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Francesco

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Where can I stream Francesco legally?

Francesco is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, IndieFlix, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Francesco worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Francesco rated?

PG-13Violence

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Francesco?

2 h 37 min

Francesco runs 2 h 37 min.

Is Francesco based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Francesco?

Critics50
Audiences54

Yes. Critics average 50 and audiences 54 out of 100, so both groups see Francesco much the same way.

What language is Francesco in?

EnglishItalian

It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in Italy, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch Francesco?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Francesco in 46 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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