Juan dela Cruz is a 2013 Philippine television drama directed by Malu Sevilla. It stars Coco Martin as Juan dela Cruz, a half-tagabantay and half-aswang who falls in love with Rosario. It is the second television drama in the Philippines made by ABS-CBN to be filmed and broadcast in high definition. The series premiered on ABS-CBN and worldwide on TFC on February 4, 2013 replacing Princess and I.
A religious mystery protected by a secret society is discovered after a murder in the Louvre. Clues lead to the existence of the Holy Grail and a secret that could undermine the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Trinity Blood is set in a post-apocalyptic future where vampires and humans coexist. The story follows a priest named Abel Nightroad, who is also a Crusnik, a vampire that feeds on vampires. As a member of AX, a special organization in the Vatican, Abel is tasked with hunting down and eliminating vampires who threaten humanity. Alongside his allies, including Sister Esther Blanchett and Ion Fortuna, Abel fights against powerful enemies and uncovers the truth behind a conspiracy that could change the world. The series explores themes of religion, faith, and the struggle between good and evil.
Father Brown was a Catholic priest who doubled as an amateur detective in order to solve mysteries.
A nun, Sister Helen Prejean, comforts a convicted killer on death row, Matthew Poncelet, and develops empathy for both him and the families of his victims. As she tries to stop his execution, she faces opposition and must confront her own beliefs about forgiveness and justice.
Cracks is a thrilling drama that takes place in a prestigious all-girls boarding school in England. It follows the story of a teacher and her relationship with her students, particularly one student who becomes obsessed with her. As the plot unfolds, secrets are revealed, leading to a shocking turn of events including murder and betrayal.
When the newly elected Pope suffers a panic attack just before his first public appearance, a psychoanalyst is brought in to help him overcome his fears and doubts.
Based on a true story, The Magdalene Sisters depicts the lives of four young women who are sent to a Magdalene Asylum, a home for 'fallen' women run by the Catholic Church. They endure physical and psychological abuse, forced labor, and sexual harassment. The movie explores themes of religion, sin, and the fight for women's rights.
This miniseries chronicles the life of Pope John Paul II, from his early years in Nazi-occupied Poland to his rise as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church. It explores his anti-communist stance, his role in the Solidarity movement, and his charismatic personality. The series also covers his struggles with Parkinson's disease and the assassination attempt against him.
Pope Francis: A Man of His Word is a documentary that explores the life and work of Pope Francis, focusing on his efforts to address social and environmental issues. The film follows the Pope as he travels to various countries, meeting with people from all walks of life and delivering powerful messages of love, compassion, and justice. Through interviews, speeches, and reenactments, the documentary provides an intimate look at the Pope's journey and his teachings.
Set against the backdrop of World War II, The Cardinal tells the story of a young priest who must confront his own faith as he navigates the challenges of bigotry, including anti-Semitism and racism. Along the way, he faces personal trials and struggles, including the decision to support a woman in labor who is in need of an abortion. With an ensemble cast and stunning visuals, this epic film explores the complexities of faith and the power of the human spirit.
The Roman Catholic Pope is planning a reconciliatory meeting with the head of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, an event awaited for many generations. But suddenly, right while the Pope is addressing the crowds gathered in the Piazza Navone, a nun is assassinated by a Ukrainian, placing the upcoming talks between the two leaders in jeopardy. And the head of the American diplomatic corps (the nun was an American) assigns the investigation of the killing to one of his underlings, which leads the young man to investigate the Russicum, a center for the study of Russia within the Vatican city. And from there he finds himself caught up in an intrigue of international proportions, filled with agents and double agents, and ending with a revelation most unexpected.
From the British Empire, to the French Revolution, to the Spanish Inquisition, the conquest of the Aztecs, the Protestant Reformation, the Rothschild banking dynasty, the American Revolutionary War and beyond, Apotheosis of Evil will take you, the viewer, on the most exhaustive, awe-inspiring and unbelievable journey through the history of Europe, through its many ups and downs, arriving at the present day. The full length documentary epic covering European history in its entirety, exploring previously unexplored avenues of history and dispelling many myths along the way. It's time to rethink everything you thought you knew.
Auto Focus is a biographical drama that tells the story of Bob Crane, a man who achieved fame and success through his role on the popular sitcom Hogan's Heroes. However, behind the scenes, Crane struggled with a secret addiction to sex and pornography. As his obsession grows, it begins to consume his personal and professional life, leading him down a path of self-destruction and eventual tragedy.
A young boy is taken over by demons who force him to commit murder.
Little Gloria Vanderbilt, the daughter of a rich and heavily indebted family, becomes the center of a custody battle between her alcoholic mother and her scheming sister-in-law. The story takes place during the Great Depression era and involves deceit, greed, and tabloid journalism.
Set in the near future. As a consequence of an ecumenical movement (Vatican Council IV), the Catholic Church has joined other religions and has eliminated much of the original dogma of Catholicism. A group of Irish monks rebel against this situation and react back to the past: they begin to say Mass in Latin and act according to traditional Catholic dogma. So, Rome decides to send a representative to investigate what is happening
In this 1970s comedy, a Catholic man contemplates going against his priest's guidance on contraceptives when his wife wants to stop having children.
Fact and fiction collide in this exploitation flick that employs documentary footage depicting the bizarre self-flagellation rituals of the fanatical Catholic sect known as the Penitentes. Mixed with those truly disturbing sequences is a story concerning a killing in New Mexico, itself inspired by the murder of real-life reporter Carl Taylor as he worked on an article on the Penitentes.
Don Camillo, the fiery Italian priest, travels to Moscow where he gets involved in a series of hilarious misunderstandings and antics. From drinking contests to fishing contests, Don Camillo creates confusion and chaos among the Russians. With themes of communism and religion, this comedy is a must-watch.