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The Assisi Underground

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The Assisi Underground
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1hr 55min
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1984
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Synopsis: Set during World War II, The Assisi Underground deals with the efforts made by a handful of hardy European souls to rescue Jews from the Holocaust. Ben Cross plays a dynamic young Catholic priest who puts his own life on the line to save thousands of refugees from Nazi-occupied Italy. While the role of the Vatican in the war is still a matter of hot debate, there can be no denying that individuals like Cross existed: in fact, virtually every event depicted in this film is based on an actual event. ... Full Synopsis
Featured Cast
Padre Rufino
Bishop Nicolini
Mother Giuseppina
Col. Mueller
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