Nicholas, The Boy Who Became Santa
CCC Productions. Here is a charming story of the boy whose love and care for others make him one of the most popular figures of all times.
Running time: 30 minutes / Color / Fully Animated / Dolby Stereo
Languages: English, Spanish, French
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The 13th Day
In a world torn aparat by persecution, war and oppresion, the children were chosen to offer a message of hope. This film is based on the memoirs of Sister Lucias Santos and independant eye-witness accounts. Stylistically beautiful, writer-directors Ian and Dominic Higgins use state-of-the-art digital effects to create the stunning images of the visions and the final miracle that have never been fully realized on screen. Running time: 85 min. Color. Dolby Digital Surround Sound. Widescreen. Languages: English; Spanish subtitles.
AV13-13D-M       $  24.95

Bernadette
From Jean Delannoy, one of France’s foremost filmmakers, comes this top quality feature film production of the story of St. Bernadette and the apparitions of Our Lady of Lourdes. Actress Sydney Penny gives a beautiful performance as Bernadette, and the rest of the cast is equally superb. Shot on location in France with outstanding cinematography and a beautiful music score. Special features: remastered new widescreen edition; includes French language film version (first time available) and English language version; English and Spanish subtitles; film interview with actress Sydney Penny on playing Bernadette; audio interviews with Sydney Penny; collector’s booklet.
AV13-BER2-M       $  24.95

A Man for All Seasons
In 16th-century England, the corrupt King Henry VIII (Robert Shaw) betrays the Roman Catholic Church to divorce his wife and marry his latest conquest Anne Boleyn (Vanessa Redgrave). Sir Thomas More (Paul Scofield) is then forced to choose between his principles and duty to his heretical king, who has begun executing the treasonous with increasing frequency. The historically profound battle of ideals also involves Cardinal Wolsey (Orson Welles), Thomas Cromwell (Leo McKern), and More's valiant wife (Wendy Hiller). This film became a box-office hit and collected the top Oscars for 1966. Running time: 120 min. Languages: English, French. Dolby Digital Sourround Sound. Subtitles. Widescreen.
AV13-MFS-M       $  19.95

Maria Goretti
The story of Saint Maria Goretti is retold in this beautifully made new film from Italy. It tells of the plight of the poor laborers of the time, struggling to survive in a swampy area with rampant malaria and extreme poverty. Luigi and Assunta Goretti keep their faith despite the hardship, and instill in their children a deep love for God. Their daughter Maria especially is devout. But tragedy strikes more than once: sickness and death affects the Goretti family, and then their young neighbor Alessandro does the unthinkable. This film, made on location and filled with authentic detail, stars Martina Pinto as Maria, Flavio Insinna (Saint John Bosco) as the brave local Passionist priest, Luisa Ranieri and Massimo Bonetti as her parents, and Claudia Koll as the Countess Mazzoleni. Includes a special 16 page study booklet with interviews, questions and answers, and more information. Running time: 105 min. Languages: Italian with English and Spanish subtitles, or English dubbed track.
AV13-MG-M       $  24.95

The Miracle of Our Lady of Fatima
This much-loved movie thoughtfully recreates the 1917 events that brought hope and new religious fervor to a war-ravaged world. Three peasant children see a vision: a Woman in a cloud of light offering words of faith and prophecy. They face skepticism and tourture-but are soon embraced by faithful masses drawn by a promise of a miracle. Running time: 102 min. Color. Dolby Digital Surround Sound. Languages: English; French. This film is Not Rated.
AV13-MOF-M       $  21.95

Miracles of St. Therese
This movie offers unique numerous glimpses into Therese's Little Way of spiritual childhood, including situations of conflict between Therese and her superior regarding her conviction of striving for perfection in the little things with great confidence and trust in the mercy and love of God. Beautifully filmed in black and white, with fine performances by the whole cast, this movie is an unsung cinematic gem that captures the spirit and life of the beloved St. Therese. Running time: 92 min. Languages: English; Spanish.
AV13-MST-M       $  19.95

Molokai
This drama is the story of Fr. Damien, who in 1872 went to the island of Molokai, where lepers had been exiled to live in miserable surroundings. Damien earned the trust of of the lepers, and his appeals for help resonated throughout the world. Even after Damien himself contracted leprosy he carried on working for his "fellow lepers" to the end. Stars David Wenham, Derek Jacobi, Peter O'Toole, Sam Neill, Leo McKern and more. Includes special features. This movie is rated PG. Running time: 112 min. Color. Dolby Digital Surround Sound.
AV13-MSFD-M       $  19.95

The Passion of Bernadette
Following up the acclaimed best-selling movie, Bernadette, the story of the apparitions of Our Lady in Lourdes to Bernadette Soubirous, this beautiful Jean Delannoy film tells the rest of the story of her life after the Marian visions: the life that made Bernadette a saint. Bernadette enters the convent of the Sisters of Nevers to dedicate her life to God. Under the harsh rule of the Novice Mistress who "doesn't believe in apparitions," Bernadette, now Sister Marie Bernard, begins her life of achieving sanctity through prayer, faith, suffering, and deep charity toward all.
AV13-BER2-M       $  24.95

The Passion of the Christ
From Academy Award winning director Mel Gibson, comes a profound story of courage and sacrifice depicting the final 12 hours of the life of Jesus Christ.

The Reluctant Saint
Maximilian Schell stars as "the flying friar," St. Joseph of Cupertino, in this heartwarming and amazing true story of the humble Franciscan friar who literally rose to sainthood. In the impoverished village of 17th century Cupertino, Italy, Joseph's peasant mother convinces the reluctant Abbott (Ricardo Montalban) to accept her son into the monastery. With the support of the kindly local Bishop who sees in him a great deal more than others, and by a series of miraculous incidents, the simple but pious Joseph is ordained a priest. Yet some are convinced that it is the devil, not God, who is responsible for Joseph's miraculous powers - until a final miracle reveals to all his true sanctity. A profound and humorous film for all ages. Running time: 104 min. Special feature include: new DVD transfer from the original archive film master. Includes a 16-page collector’s booklet with an essay by film critic Steven Greydanus and a biography of St. Joseph of Cupertino by historian and journalist Sandra Miesel. Includes the "lost ending"! Language tracks: English with optional Spanish or English subtitles. Black and white.
AV13-RS-M       $  19.95

Song of Bernadette
The classic film that beautifully portrays the appearance and miracle of Our Lady of Lourdes and the life of the girl to whom she appeared, St. Bernadette. A superb cast. Academy Award Winning and Best Score. Movie in black and white.
AV13-JOCM       $  19.95

St. John of the Cross
Here is the intriguing story of the greatest poet that Spain has ever known, in a film that has the depth and beauty of a 16th masterpiece. Leonardo and Patti Defilippis play all the main characters, including John of the Cross and Teresa of Avila, and the cast includes a cast of sixty extras. John's mystical poem, The Mystical Canticle, runs as a connecting thread through the story. Running time: 60 min. Color. Full Surround Dolby Sound.
AV13-JOCM       $  19.95

Therese
This film, directed by Leonardo Defilippis, tells the story of St. Therese of Lisieux, a young girl who fell in love with Jesus Christ and demonstrated a path of spirituality, known as the "Little Way", through the actions of unconditional love, human compassion, and selfless devotion to duty. Starring Lindsay Younce, this moving true story is told in an inspiring way that invites the audience to contemplate and apply such spirituality in their own lives. Running time: 96 min. Languages: English with optional Spanish and French subtitles.
AV13-THE-M       $  24.95