The 20th feature film by Finnish director Aki Kaurismäki, “Fallen Leaves”, released in 2023, is one of the works chosen by the Dicastery of Evangelization to accompany the pilgrims of hope on their jubilee journey. Father Greg Apparcel reviews the film and expresses his desire to see more Kaurismäki films. By Fr. Greg Apparel, CSP…
Wim Wenders’ film Perfect Days, released in 2023, could resonate with many viewers for its intrinsic beauty and stunning soundtrack. Father Greg Apparcel, CSP, film critic, associate pastor of St. Patrick’s American Catholic Parish in Rome, and attorney general of the Paulist Fathers to the Holy See, shares his thoughts on the film. By Greg…
A docufilm series titled “I Giubilei Mediatici” (Media Jubilees) offers an original and unique perspective on the holy years of the 20th century. By Vatican News In total, 400 audiovisual documents have been cataloged and will be highlighted through the creation of a permanent and accessible database thanks to a collaboration between the Vatican Apostolic…
“The Chimera”, directed by Alice Rohrwacher and released in 2023, is one of the films selected by Vatican official and cinema expert, Archbishop Dario Viganò, to be part of the Dicastery’s “Jubilee is Culture” initiative of Evangelization. Father Greg Apparcel, CSP, film critic, associate pastor of St. Patrick’s American Catholic Parish in Rome and attorney…
Father Greg Apparcel, CSP, film critic, associate pastor of St. Patrick’s American Catholic Parish in Rome and Attorney General of the Paulist Fathers to the Holy See, brings us his perspective on the 2009 film – “The Concert ” – chosen by the Vatican The civil servant and cinematographic expert, Mgr. Dario Viganò, will participate…
The first film chosen by Vatican official and cinema expert, Archbishop Dario Viganò, for the “Jubilee is Culture” initiative of the Dicastery of Evangelization, is “La Porta del Cielo” (The Gate of Heaven) by Vittorio From Sica, from 1945. Father Greg Apparcel, CSP, film critic, associate priest of the American Catholic parish of St. Patrick…
An original and captivating tour is now available for families with children, offering a pleasant two-hour experience in the magnificent natural setting of the Pope’s Gardens. This initiative, entitled “Capture Nature”, is a new addition to the Vatican Museums’ family activities, promoting the appreciation of nature, art and the protection of creation. By Paolo Ondarza…
Cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça, Prefect of the Dicastery for Culture and Education, visits Barrio 31 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to see the original site of the international organization Scholas Occurrentes created by Pope Francis. By Paolo Ondarza The Prefect of the Dicastery of Culture and Education, Cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça, made a surprise…
The representative of the Holy See at the United Nations High-level Forum on the Culture of Peace reaffirms the common commitment to working for a culture of peace at all levels of society, efforts that are essential for present and future generations. By Thaddeus Jones A High-level Forum on the Culture of Peace, under the…
Vatican news Pope Francis meets with more than 100 comedians from around the world, encouraging them to lift their spirits and help people see reality with all its contradictions. By Christopher Wells Comedians are among the most appreciated and applauded artists, Pope Francis said Friday morning, because they “have and cultivate the gift of making…