
The Shoes of the Fisherman
From political prisoner to Pope.
Directed by Michael Anderson
Produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Ukrainian bishop Kiril Lakota, a political prisoner in a Soviet gulag for twenty years, is unexpectedly released and sent to the Vatican, where, upon the sudden death of the Pope, leader of the Catholic Church, he must face a challenging destiny that will put the future of the entire world in his hands.
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Questions people ask
Does The Shoes of the Fisherman end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is The Shoes of the Fisherman sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is The Shoes of the Fisherman scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Is The Shoes of the Fisherman violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is The Shoes of the Fisherman easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.
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Like The Shoes of the Fisherman
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Shoes of the Fisherman
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Shoes of the Fisherman, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Shoes of the Fisherman, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































