The legend of Pope Johanna is controversial at best.
What is incontrovertible, however, is how this mythical figure has been capturing and igniting the imaginations of women -- and men -- in the West since at least the 13th century.
The thirst for respect, education, power, and responsibility amongst womenfolk is beautifully portrayed in this film.
Johanna Wokalek herself is beautiful and believable as Pope Johanna.
One is transported back both to the hard, merciless world of 9th century Europe with the recently Christianized, but still heavily pagan-influenced North and the Imperial grandeur of Christianized yet still very Roman Vatican.
A truly beautiful, educational, inspiring tale and cinematic portrayal.
Breathtaking from beginning to end.
P.S. I always find John Goodman a delight to watch!
Review of Pope Joan
Pope Joan
(2009)
Even if not true, it is a great story. "Se non é vero é ben trovato."
21 April 2020