Is CABRINI Just Another LAME Saint Movie? | Cabrini Movie Review

[@TheologyoftheBodyInstitute]

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[@johnmolina3284]

"As someone who usually avoids saint movies due to their often poor production and storytelling, " Huh??? What was the last saint movie???

[@blaiseaimee7098]

I saw it opening day and 100% agree that as a devout Catholic I wanted more Catholic faith "stuff" in there ie: scenes with her and the sisters at Mass, saying the rosary, praying to Jesus, etc. Show the world how we fuel our faith!

[@00TheRealTC]

I just saw it today! I wholeheartedly agree. There were a couple scenes in particular I wish had been either augmented, or infused with more focus on the faith: (Spoiler alerts...) When Vittoria laments to Cabrini that there isn't enough water in all the world to make her clean, I hoped Cabrini would counter that with _some_ assurance that a worthy confession would do just that, thanks to the Precious Blood of Christ poured out of his Sacred Heart on Calvary. Also: when she told her sisters to be courageous and to "trust in ourselves" for the success of their mission to America, I was like, "Nah, sis... you're putting your trust in _God_ , for you yourself can do nothing with Him." Thankfully, she did later say something to this effect, but I was disappointed it wasn't stated from the very beginning. Aside from those two iffy moments where they really could have been more intentional with the Catholicity of Cabrini's mission, I thought this was a beautiful movie and would recommend it.

[@smileypc44]

@@00TheRealTC 💯

[@RPlavo]

So you prefer devotionalism, pietism, playing church over true religion……read what James says about true religion……oh, and Jesus too for that matter!

[@sanjivjhangiani3243]

​@RPlavo , It's not a question of playing church, but rather that someone like Mother Cabrini and her sisters would have prayed and attended mass. It's like the scene in Henry V where the king prayed before the battle. It would have been reasonable for a man in his position to pray as fervently as he did.

[@johnmolina3284]

I wanted more interaction between the sisters--like have a little conflict and change a couple of the scenes that seem over the top. No more than one shot of Lady Liberty is necessary. You don't want to make the same mistake of the Evangelicals with their procelytizing, heavy-handed movies. Don't give people an excuse not to see it.

[@Foffs_Musings]

I think this is starting to turn around (Finally) . Father Stu was very good, I thought Jesus Revolution was good. I watched a movie the other night called Paul, Apostle of Christ that actually came out a few year ago and it was good. The Chosen is well done. I think this is starting to turn around at the perfect time. Movies are so degraded and cynical nowadays. its the perfect opportunity to inject hope into the world.

[@TrueBagPipeRock]

great comment. For me, Jesus Revolution and Nefarious were the 2 best movies in the past year. Faith movies are now on my radar. I was not into His Only Son as much tho

[@joeterp5615]

@@TrueBagPipeRockYes, Nefarious was great! I just watched it this weekend. And a favorite of mine is the Mother Teresa movie the Knights of Columbus put out, which was one of the most inspiring things I have ever watched. Cabrini was excellent and had AMAZING production quality - but I would have liked more of a sense of her spirituality, and a little less of the “woman fighting against men” angle that was a central theme. That struggle alone would not make someone a Catholic Saint.

[@SueProv]

I was disappointed Iin exactly what you said. She was consumed for love of God. So maybe 2 or 3 scenes and words that were brief with prayer or dependence on God would have been fitting to her. One scene said we can only depend on ourselves. I was flabbergasted. I learned from a documentary that she consecrated her virginity at 13 perpetually to God. It doesn't have to be heavy handed but it actually hid it.

[@johnmolina3284]

How to categorize T. Malick's upcoming "The Way of the Wind"???

[@GuyMontag-n6g]

It's cliché, perhaps, but I believe Mel Gibson's "Passion of the Christ", ended the era of religious based movies depicting Biblical and Church figures reciting poetry, completely void of true passion (Excuse the pun). Romero was good, but had its weaknesses.

[@peaceandjoy2568]

This is more of a success story than a holy saint's life story. Every saint is all about Christ. Not just his or her great achievements.

[@RPlavo]

By God’s s grace…….

[@ejones5782]

Can you have a movie about a war hero without delving into their patriotism? Sure. Jumping on the grenade tells you what you need to know. Likewise, as a Catholic, I don't need need cheerleading for my religion and have a pretty good idea of Mother Cabrini's faith. The non-believer will understand her better by seeing what she did, not engaging in practices that they don't understand.

[@TCM1231]

Very little that was Catholic about the film other than the costumes. The message was just pro immigration feminism, which I’m not totally opposed to but I would have preferred the movie about a Saint actually be about her being a Saint you know a Christian a follower of Jesus.

[@llla_german_ewoklll6413]

I don’t know if you watched the same movie i did friend. The whole movie was her doing charity for the love of Christ. Her cough wasn’t to show how weak she was, but how Christ used even that suffering for his work on the cross. If you think that it was simply pushing feminism because she mentioned the fact that she’s a woman, then that makes every woman to ever mention that fact a feminist. She didn’t preach her capability, she lived Christ’s. I am very conservative, and not once did I think of feminist extremism. Cabrini 9/10

[@user-ym9sx6jt8m]

Completely disagree. Not pro immigration feminism at all.

[@CoinHound]

The movie was not pro- immigration. It was pro-human being. Not sure how you tell the story of Mother Cabrini without telling a story that is sympathetic to the plight of immigrants. It is a Catholic story, not a political story. And, as the son of Irish immigrants who came to the U.S. in the early 60's, I found the story profoundly moving.

[@historyloveriii2949]

The film makers could NOT upset the non-believers!

[@CarlitoswayDR]

Make a correction there, this movie is about pro humanity, cover basic needs for a population set aside, and how a Christian woman was willing to take a step forward for those who had no voice in those days. Life is much simpler now and I’m glad I grew up in a US of choices and freedom, I can’t imagine a world where freedom was still questioned.

[@lmadore8604]

Christoper, Here are my thoughts, which I posted to FB after viewing: I give it 5-stars for excellent acting/casting and very good cinematography, but here's where it falls apart and the reason I can only give it 2-stars: This movie, released on International "Women's Day" was more a commentary on "I am woman, hear me roar," than on the fact that Mother Cabrini was a WOMAN OF GOD. She would NEVER have accomplished all she did without the grace of God, without constant vigilance in prayer, fasting, penance and every other self-immolation possible. Mother Cabrini, though strong in her convictions, determined in her mission and unmoved in her fight for Italian immigrants was undoubtedly a humble soul, who understood her need for God in accomplishing her mission. Instead, this movie, made by individuals who clearly had no real understanding of her (or God's work within her), portrayed a woman who was wholly SELF-RELIANT. There isn't a SINGLE scene in the entire 2 hours and 25 minutes that shows her on her knees, fingering a Rosary or prostrated in a Church before the Holy Eucharist. She utters only two Bible verses in the entire movie. I cannot, under any circumstances recommend this movie as a genuine portrayal of a great saint. To suggest it's worthy of viewing, misleads otherwise weak individuals or Christians into thinking all they need in order to accomplish great things is a "can do" attitude. Please do not support this movie with your time, or your money.

[@calebshields9123]

dude I totally agree. I was very disappointed in the lack God in the film

[@SisterCatherine.TOR.309]

Excellent comment! I will not recommend this movie either.

[@chrisjanej.8747]

I only saw the trailer, and want nothing to do with the movie. And now that I read your comment, likewise realize that to have seen the trailer is to have seen the movie. I do not want to, and will not see this movie. Thank you for confirming my suspicions about it. Glenn Beck endorses it, and that bothers me

[@liscampbell3]

I just went to see this movie this weekend because a dear friend encouraged me to, despite my hesitations. I regret it. I think so many are favoring it because it was done well. It wasn’t cheesy. It keeps your attention. It’s entertaining. It softens hearts towards the marginalized, and so on. But, I felt it aligned with today’s belief systems (liberalism) by making men clueless and helpless. It made white American men and the police look evil. It praised immigration (whether it be legal or illegal) as needed. I am a 52 yr old Mexican woman, a product of illegal immigration and married to a white man and have experienced racism through police bullying growing up. So, I say all that to say I usually don’t walk away with these feelings towards these topics. Cabrini in this movie came across prideful! As an empowering strong woman who expresses through her behaviors and words throughout the movie that “men can never do what women can do.” That was the message. Though many saints were strong and tenacious they were humble. In one scene during chaos going on with wounded men, it shows her and the sisters coming to the rescue while a priest is sitting there looking scared and helpless. It definitely didn’t give any good impressions about the priesthood…only womanhood.

[@JohnH.Sturgis]

Excellent comment! Thank you.@@liscampbell3

[@auniversalwoman]

Cabrini was refreshing. They didn't turn her into a gun slinging warrior lol but it was actually edifying to watch! I hope many will do a review. It was elegantly done, even if it missed the deeper Catholic messages, but it made me want to learn more about her.

[@leonoracosta6490]

I always appreciate your honest, wise perspective of things.

[@TheologyoftheBodyInstitute]

Thank you for the feedback and for watching!

[@Tradhistorian]

@@TheologyoftheBodyInstitutehave you reviewed the Padre Pio film ?

[@michaelsowinski2285]

Just watched it and I agree with you on all accounts. Although It definitely could have explored/shown her faith a bit more, It really didn't bother me overly much. Perhaps because I naturally filled in the gaps myself, or perhaps because I was too distracted by the compelling story, great acting, and beautiful cinematography to really notice. I imagine that on a re-watch however, that might stick out to me more. Overall, I highly recommend it to anyone on the fence. In my opinion, Cabrini is an excellent grounded biopic, which provides us with a much-needed reminder of the good that we are capable of through the grace of God.

[@cowart73]

I saw it today also and felt the exact same way. It was beautiful and well told and well acted... An inspirational film. Bordered on girl boss a couple times but didn't cross that line too much. I think it's probably the best made saint movie since A Man for All Seasons.

[@paulciavardoni8069]

Is the same god that according to the bible drowned an entire planet except for eight people?? That god? Wow that’s grace for you!!

[@joeterp5615]

I thought it was very good, but not great. She must have had a rich prayer life, as all Saints do, but this wasn’t really shown. It leaned very heavily into the “woman fighting against men” angle. I’m sure this was a big part of her life - struggling to get things done in a man’s world - but I thought it was overly emphasized in the movie. I grew a little weary if it. In terms of movies about Saints, I think the Mother Teresa movie is the best I’ve ever seen.

[@karengoderie7758]

Interestingly there is a connection between Mother Theresa who was inspired by Cabrini. I understand the director was very keen to get non christians to go as he made Sound of Freedom.

[@Netomp51]

This was not a movie for Catholics and have Catholics happy with the result, this was a movie for non-believers so they can see the results of having God as the center of our life’s.

[@joeterp5615]

@@Netomp51 I went with a Muslim friend who I am gently trying to influence. This movie didn’t move the needle with her much in terms of faith. I think we often don’t give non-believers enough credit. They need substance too. If this movie had actually shown God as being the center of her life I would have been thrilled. Sadly it didn’t, so it was much less impactful than it could have been. Also, yes, Catholics should be happy about Catholic movies, that is an not unreasonable expectation. Most Catholics liked the Mother Teresa movie and were inspired by it - just like Catholics and non-Catholics too were inspired by her life. Saints don’t deliver a watered down message during their lives to try to gain approval - they live and preach the gospel with boldness.

[@Netomp51]

@@joeterp5615 so where does she got the strength from ? Just because your Muslim friend didn’t get it does that mean no one will be impacted ? It’s obvious the motivation was God and nothing else, see the comments, many are reacting the other way around compared to your friend, how is she unstoppable? instead of adding useless critics, let’s promote the movie…

[@joeterp5615]

@@Netomp51 I went with a Muslim friend who I am gently trying to influence. This movie didn’t move the needle with her much in terms of faith. I think we often don’t give non-believers enough credit. They need substance too. If this movie had actually shown God as being the center of her life I would have been thrilled. Sadly it didn’t, so it was much less impactful than it could have been. Also, yes, Catholics should be happy about Catholic movies, that is an not unreasonable expectation. Most Catholics liked the Mother Teresa movie and were inspired by it - just like Catholics and non-Catholics alike were inspired by her life. Saints don’t deliver a watered down message during their lives to try to gain approval - they live the gospel with boldness and don’t hide God under a bushel.

[@marybethgudas5354]

Probably the best movie I’ve ever seen. It was powerful, well acted, excellent screenplay and soundtrack. I loved that Andrea and Virginia Bocelli contributed their beautiful music.

[@michellepiccolo4564]

I loved Cabrini!! I may see it again in the theaters I loved it so much. Incredible acting, beautiful musical score and tells a great story!

[@Lcoreyful]

I wholeheartedly agree that we need great Catholic art! Great music too!

[@tecumsehcristero]

I’m Eastern Orthodox and I’m gonna start praying to Francesca Cabrini for intercessions

[@benconnolly9883]

Well said, I greatly appreciate when Catholic stories are treated with respect in cinema

[@catholicwoman907]

I saw it and was disappointed. She was rarely portrayed as praying, God was rarely talked about. There was no reference to the Sacred Heart of Jesus (the name of her missionary) and they portrayed her as getting strength for her own conviction and perseverance through struggles, NOT by the grace of God. This was a feminist movie (subtle but still there). I was so disappointed.

[@user-ym9sx6jt8m]

Disagree. Agree that there should be more depth on faith. But great movie overall.

[@maryruane4986]

You are 1000 % this was a dark movie. 😢sad no Catholic should be touting this obvious attempt to be power of the woman

[@kevinwalton2664]

Could NOT disagree more! This movie was catholic through and through. All this talk i hear about not enough reference to Christ or to this and that. Give me a break. We're not little children in catechism who have to have things pointed out in childlike ways. Grow up and celebrate a rare mainstream style movie that actually shows the Catholic Church in a positive light. It's pretty rare these days.

[@catholicwoman907]

@@kevinwalton2664 while I as a Catholic understand what is happening and can assume she did give all the glory to God as a saint…this movie was seen by all kinds of Christians as well as non practicing and luke warm Catholics. So portraying a saint as self reliant, never thanking the Lord or calling on the Lord for help nor showing the Sacred Heart of Jesus takes the Catholic and the God out of this religious movie. We should want and demand better as Catholics instead of just settling because “at least the Catholic Church doesn’t look too bad”.

[@CarlitoswayDR]

I just watched Cabrini and Just said OMG what a movie. Is impossible not to feel the desire to help others in need after watching it. The kind heart of some, hate and evil of others but the determination to make a difference in this world, we only live once, up to you how want to be remembered.

[@allysoncashdollar1119]

My husband and I are going tonight. I’m so happy to hear it’s good so far. I’m excited

[@christopherhassan3822]

The film's director Alejandro Monteverde and writer Rod Barr done a fantastic job of illuminating Saint Cabriini's life and difficulties. Magnificently hinting at the invisible hand of God directing her life. She represented the three theological virtues of faith, hope, and charity in the movie. Throughout the movie, the director shows us flashbacks of Cabrini drowning as a young child in the water. She finds herself drowning in a sea of hopelessness once more. She is found praying meditatively in a Catholic church while surrounded by all of Christ's symbols. The fall is the subject of her diligent philanthropic work with the underprivileged. Her remorseful friend shows up to support her. The scene immediately returns to the young child drowning, and we see a man saving the girl's life by reaching out with his arms while the water covers his face. Again, those all-encompassing, unseen arms give her strength, and she summons the courage to address the Italian parliament, embarrassing them with a allusion to the day of judgment found in the Gospels.

[@JBernardo71]

Sadly, it's more about a feminist than about a saint or an immigrant. I would appreciate a single line telling directly that her power comes from God, and that power is not for dominion or superiority but for service. To lay down one's life for the sake of others, to serve , is not a shame; it brings meaning and joy to your life.

[@calebshields9123]

This film was of incredible quality for sure, cinematography was great, acting was great, the did an amazing job making you feel like you are in 1900 New York ! I was just very disappointed of the lack of God in the film, especially since its a film about a SAINT! They almost never show Mother Cabrini talking to God or praying and the place she seemingly gets her strength from is not God but herself. The one scene when we see her in the church in Italy was also a little disappointing and this is why: She doesn't know what to do and so presumably she went to the church to pray but what inspires her to go and do something had nothing to do with God. The lady Victoria came in and reminded Mother Cabrini how strong she was and how she just needed to get up and fight. This could have been a great moment to show that we must pull our strength from "Where I am weak he is strong" but instead she just musters up some more strength and goes to talk to the Senate. I know that in one part of the film after she returns from hospital she does say, "we can do all things through him who strengthens us" Which of course is true and the real Mother Cabrini loved this passage from the bible but the film did not stick to that idea of pulling strength from Christ as all Christian should. The character they depict seems to have not very much respect for authority which, considering that Cabrini is in fact a Saint she would have to of had Holy obedience. This is a theme in all Saints lives. For example: Padre Pio is an amazing saint, he was a holy priest and he had the stigmata, this guy wasn't doing anything wrong and yet his bishop told him not to say mass and not to hear confessions. This decision to take away his faculties to say mass and hear confessions doesn't make any sense. Padre Pio wasn't doing anything wrong but Padre Pio did not say, "well Im not doing anything wrong so im gonna say mass and hear confessions anyway" he was obedient and did what his superiors said. So as I already said since she Mother Cabrini is a Saint she would of had that same holy obedience so it is a shame that in this film about her they don't really seem to promote that profound respect for authority. (To make myself clear I don't mean the police and the Mayor. I hated those characters as much as anyone else I am mainly referring to her Bishop.)Once again the film was well made in all other areas. And perhaps the purpose of the film was not to show how "You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you" but rather Women are strong and can do anything. If that's the case then they certainly did a good job showing it. But if you were to ask the real SAINT Cabrini "How did you accomplish so much?" I don't know what she would say because I am not Mother Cabrini and I am no Saint but I dont think it would be (because I can do anything) but rather something along the lines of (I have done nothing, it is Christ who has done everything through me) and the vibe I got from the character in the movie would have said the former rather then the latter.

[@Turin343]

Unfortunately, this movie politicized and Hollywoodized her life. Notice that this movie never mentions anything about the salvation of souls, and unfortunately, this movie depicts her without prayer.

[@llla_german_ewoklll6413]

What about when she confronts the pimp? She said if he laid hands on her it would be better for him to have not been born and that he would have a millstone put around his neck.

[@DistributistHound]

What I don't like sometimes about catholic cinema is that the new films lean more on the documentary side although recently they mixed it with some good cinematography and storytelling like Fatima, Love and Mercy or the film about Carlo Acutis Also I think is a great opportunity yo talk about Cabrini herself I've never heard of her until now. And it would be an amazing idea that catholic producers do a movie about Edith Stein

[@smileypc44]

I’m going to see it tomorrow, after watching this review I’m looking forward. Because we all know trailers don’t tell you about the quality of the movie.

[@smileypc44]

It was pretty good, if you’re a cry baby like me during movies better grab some tissues.

[@marvellousknowledgetv4755]

Sir I generally don't like saint movies but I really loved this movie.. thank you sir your well wishers from Calcutta, India...

[@philemcbation]

Thank you so much sir Christopher! 🙏🏼❤️ "A good art"

[@TheologyoftheBodyInstitute]

You're so welcome!

[@margaretvasquez3946]

God was said 2x and Jesus’ name was never spoken - from what I caught. I completely agree they should have shown her spirituality out of which she was empowered to do all she did for others.

[@bradfregger2561]

So glad your open mind let you judge this movie fairly.

[@lulu_06284]

It was far from a lame movie! If you have a chance please go and see it, it was an overall beautifully done movie from acting to scenery etc.

[@HumanDignity10]

My husband and I saw Cabrini last night, it was great!

[@susanpetrie1149]

Loved it. Agree completely. Had me crying: in a good way.

[@drewsky28]

I thought Cabrini was excellent, it shows a perspective that I haven’t seen. I was nervous going into the movie because I’m typically not a fan of this genre but it was great. Great cast, great story, and even better production

[@heydeereman1040]

How ironic. My family were the Italian Immigrants who she served. Also took your marriage prep course at Cabrini Shrine in Colorado 25 years ago.

[@johnlynn8543]

I just walked by my local theater, town so small we only have the one. All the other movies showing here have been reviewed by my go to for reviews, Jeremy Jahns except Cabrini. That's probably because it's the one he is least interested in because of that reputation. Glad you did already because I hadn't heard of it until minutes ago.

[@Vaelsung1]

Best “Faith Based” movie in recent memory is “Man of God” which was released just a few years ago about Saint Nektarios .

[@CatholicMailman]

It’s a secular movie of a Catholic saint. They downplayed the catholicity of the life of Saint Cabrini. Still it is a better movie than the many movies of today.

[@TheLaughingMustache-oh5ff]

not really, it's pretty clear she's catholic because ya know....she visits rome in the 2nd scene..and talks to the pope...

[@00TheRealTC]

Do you think the “bad art” in the area of “Faith-based” movies can be traced to a culturally iconoclast mindset inherited from the Protestant Reformation?

[@DistributistHound]

Thank you very much Mr. Christopher, I was looking for a balanced review and I said: Theology of the body! Off course And I agree catholic movies need to improve it's cinematography although I really liked Fatima and Divine Mercy mix of documentary and movie style

[@Tradhistorian]

I’m not inclined to see it . I heard She only prays once before a meal in the film . God and Jesus are not explicitly mentioned and that she’s a a static character. Having said that , I shouldn’t go in expecting it to be like the Song of Bernadette. And the fact the fact that the studio is Mormon I think is cringe . With All of this , if the film can serve as a good introduction to Catholicism for non Catholics, I can give it that

[@Primordial_Synapse]

Cabrini is one of those films where you feel exhausted and guilty just by watching what the main character does. She seemed to have limitless energy.

[@deogratias273]

Maybe not all older movies about saints. I remember thinking Molokai nailed it.

[@marianievessolsona2119]

Es cierto, tradicionalmente las películas catolicas y cristianas en general, han sido insoportables y edulcoradas. Creo que La Pasión de Mel Gibson estableció una marca, los altos estándares deben pedirse tambien en el cine de fe católico.

[@darrellperez1029]

Igual. Las peliculas Catolicas son mas aburridas que las Cristianas. Sera porque la mayoria son veredictas?

[@jamesalewis]

I've heard very mixed reviews on it. Others say the Saint was represented as actually unsaintly because of insubordination and a lack of modesty (or humility) towards her superiors in a not-so-subtle feminist (aka anti-man) framing.

[@TCM1231]

The last line of Saint Cabrini in the film was her saying that men cannot do what women can, which I agree with. It was just followed up with cheers by about half the audience, mostly women. The amount of “ feminist “ lines in the film was really over abundant compared to the amount of lines about God there were maybe two or three that even referenced scripture or the power of God or Jesus. It just felt like a girlboss movie with pro immigrant virtue signaling under the guise of a movie about a Catholic Saint.

[@jamesalewis]

@@TCM1231 yep. What a shame...

[@josephmoore5949]

​@@TCM1231 Yea you know, I just saw the movie myself and I had such mixed emotions. It was very well made and well done. The acting was great. But I can't help but feel a little a little disappointed. She came off a bit disrespectful to many of the men she spoke to who were her superiors. I think there was a way to make her into a powerful figure, but maybe a little less girlboss. And I definitely think the left will use this as a pro illegal immigrant message.

[@Elena-kc3vw]

I saw the movie yesterday. It is beautifully filmed and wonderfully acted and tells an inspiring story - especially for young girls who still contend with a world that hesitates to fully accept their leadership and contributions. I do agree with the view that it would have been appropriate to have had more indications of what surely must have been a strong prayer life and other signs of her faith. Most humans cannot do what she did - people naturally must wonder how she did the amazing work she did. They will have to figure it out - and hopefully the attention this movie gives to Cabrini’s life and contributions will move people to research more into her life and the faith that guided her. Regarding those who feel she was insubordinate, I did not see that. When the archbishop gave her an order, she followed it, in spite of her feeling tremendous disappointment. I think it’s important to remember that at this time in history, women were constantly undermined. She was obviously highly intelligent and capable of achieving great things. Yet even as she was working to help the most vulnerable, she was accused of ambition and of not observing her place. It was because she was a woman and because she dared to assert herself in areas that were customarily held as the prerogative of men. She persevered and found creative solutions and helped countless people. This lovely film is uplifting and enlightening.

[@TheLaughingMustache-oh5ff]

uhh literally the beginning of the movie "Can I go to China?" Pope "No, you're going to New York instead" Cabrini: "OK". You're overdoing it calling it a girl boss movie.@@TCM1231

[@barb572000]

I saw the movie and I agree 100% with this reviewer

[@TheologyoftheBodyInstitute]

Thank you for watching!

[@bobblacka918]

Well said. I agree.

[@CatholicKatherine]

I think I am the only person that didn’t like it - not enough faith she didn’t pray other then before a meal.

[@nosuchthing8]

We want to make a movie for the world, not for us Catholics. Too many catholic haters out there..

[@GB-fv4fb]

Religious movies are different from mainstream movies..Its not about "entertaining" the audience it's about telling an almost fact for fact story about a person's life in an interesting way. The good and the bad, the intense and the light.. Passion of the Christ perfect example.. it wasn't too entertain! I knew what this review would be in the first 25 seconds.

[@rickdiana532]

We saw Cabrini Friday night. Have you seen Bakhita?

[@johnmolina3284]

Another? What was the last one?

[@Gohomenow-e2b]

Just saw good movie, acting , filming. they needed more depth in to her why, what motivated her, this area was a bit weak

[@susanmcdonald-timms3202]

I too would have liked to see how her faith helped her. Just had a thought though- see what you think: I’m thinking that maybe it was a good thing that her prayers etc were not included much. Because right now Chrustianity is on trial, us a joke to people. People are indoctrinated with that cynical view as nihilism is rife. So-just maybe- sharing a saint via her usefulness to the world, (to this day), and people not having their prejudices triggered so they don’t even watch the show, may introduce people to the power of faith before they run away reacting to obvious prayer . It may change their view about faith because, even though they don’t see much focus in this movie upon het faith-practices, they know she is a saint, and common knowledge is that saints act in and access faith in order to find their path, and the power to carry that path out. Just a thought. (I came to your video from typing in “Is movie Cabrini a feminist / woke movie)- i was trying to find out so, if the answer was yes, i could avoid it like the plague. I want so much more from a movie than that. I wanted an ACTUAL account of her life. (and not to be someone’s - anyone’s-hostage ). Thanking you. From a 62 year old woman. (Im off to check out a few more reports on the ‘feminist’ issue in regards to this movie)

[@pamelaJ9237]

Glad to here. I was very disappointed with Padre Pio’s, and also lady of Fatima.

[@pamelaJ9237]

Hear

[@Netomp51]

This movie is not about increasing Catholics faith but to invite non-believers to understand the power of having God as the center of your life.

[@catholiccrusaderfilms3974]

This is a move that can be enjoyed by any secular humanist.

[@heatherlynn1974]

All of the people complaining about the lack of Catholicness in the movie how about think that people may go watch it and be touched to learn more about her, to find out about her faith and where her strength came from. I grew up in a church that bordered on abusive, I had religious rules shoved down my throat. I refuse to see any movie that I think will be preachy and I assume non believers feel the same way. Maybe just maybe this movie will bring people to Christ because they don’t feel like they are being preached at. This revolves around nuns and the pope, I am sure people know that they are all about God.

[@adllllla]

The movie looks very pretty.

[@JohnGalt99999]

Brilliant observations all around here. I have often said the faith based movies are awful. I can tell you ending 5 min into it. There's another point you bring up. Evangelization? Catholicism was the engine for Western Civilization. Why? Many reasons but certainly one can not ignore ART!!!! Literature! Architecture! Much like the virtue of charity. Charity is nothing without the goal being primarily salvation. NOT social justice. The goal of good art is evangelization to Christ. No one cares about dopey one dimensional insulting "Christian Genre." That being said, bring me a Man For All Seasons! We got some stuff to talk about!!!!

[@ozielramirez4589]

All I got out of Cabrini was pure feminist propaganda…nothing Catholic about it

[@JewelBlueIbanez]

I’m in charge of fundraising for my SSVP Conference and have been struggling with people at church criticizing us for helping the poor, disabled, etc. That we should be teaching them to get jobs and fend for themselves. That rotten food is good enough for them and that beggars can’t be choosers. I’ve also struggled with Church authorities telling us we can’t fundraise in the church other than collect donations in the poor box (no one carries cash anymore), we can’t have fundraisers, we can’t ask people outside the church for donations,we can’t use social media, etc. I could relate and found a sense of renewal in my mission from watching the movie.

[@pearlescobar9449]

Who says saint movies are lame?? They’re the best

[@SebastianHernandez-gt3rj]

The Italian movie about padre pio is a master piece

[@ryderisboss]

Overall not a bad movie. Has a serious flaw though. It's a movie about a Catholic Saint and it's not a Catholic movie at all. Cabrini is portrayed as a secular feminist social worker. This movie missed many easy opportunities to put Christ at the center of the message. I don't even remember her mentioning Jesus once in the movie.

[@fredjasper7378]

It was a good movie....setting and costumes very good....

[@rosamendez4552]

Great movie!

[@solidhalon]

Mind the director and his previous movies.

[@sitka49]

I'm not a big fan of period pieces and a saint story sounds like a yawn-fest. ( the only saint movie i liked was the story of Joan arc) That said if nothing blows up , as far as I'm concerned it's not worth watching.

[@a.j.cattapan2625]

Spoiler alert: something does blow up in this movie! And I mean that literally. There is an actual explosion in the movie.

[@sitka49]

@@a.j.cattapan2625 Thanks for heads up ,but I think I'll still pass.

[@cindyg3741]

Good art from the past would have had Jesus in it, think of Pieta…if Jesus is left out, then it can’t be too good, especially if the movie is about a saint

[@deborah5763]

As a Catholic, I was very disappointed in Cabrini. Yes, the cinematography was good. However, she was a Catholic nun remember. I did not see her prayer life or devotional life. God was seldom mentioned and I don't think Jesus was ever mentioned. When I learned the movie was to be released on International Women's Day, that should have been my first clue. When she saw the squalor the Italian children lived in she was moved and saw what her mission was. She was determined. That part was good. She saw discrimination and wanted to help those discriminated against, that was good. I missed the Catholic imagery of her attending Mass with the other Sisters, or them praying the rosary or praying at all. If there were not any scenes with the Pope or Archbishop I would not have thought her to be Catholic. This was a movie about a Catholic saint without the Catholic part. Are we supposed to apologize for being Catholic? Did they need to water down the Catholic faith of Cabrini not to offend protestants? Mother Cabrini accomplished so much with her order and there was 4 minutes at the end that showed how her mission grew across America and eventually the world. I will never watch another movie from Angel Studios.

[@johncharleson8733]

I think you got carried away by the acting and production values------the move was a typical 'merican success story with a (surprise!) female protagonist. American Catholics are protestants who go to Mass.

[@lorenzodapolito6775]

La vera fede è azione. Dalla azioni che la santa ha prodotto ricostruisci la sua fede. Le parole si possono fraintendere e spesso sono solo inutili.

[@BlindBiker3]

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[@franciscogallardo3287]

Feminism is everywhere.

[@RPlavo]

Trads, not liking scripture and its meaning won’t like this film…….they want pietism, devotionalism, etc