SAINT PEDRO POVEDA Priest, Educator & Martyr

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SAINT PEDRO POVEDA Priest, Educator & Martyr

This biographical drama tells the true story of St. Pedro Poveda (1874-1936), a tenacious and innovative priest who opened new paths in education, and also pioneered the rights of women in early twentieth century Spain. A victim of intolerance, he was murdered at the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War, and was canonized a saint by Pope John Paul II in 2003. Spanish with English subtitles. 110 Minutes.