For 2,000 years the Vatican has been the seat of Catholic power and glory, but Vatican City is actually a 20th century creation, the result of a 1929 treaty with Italy, recognizing its independence and sovereignty. Crossing St. Peter's Square means crossing an international boundary into a nation in miniature. This superb documentary traces the history of this realm, providing insightful and even-handed commentary on the Popes and artists who amassed the world's largest collection of art treasures, as well as the Popes and political figures whose conflicts altered the course of history. It culminates in a profile of the present Pontiff, John Paul II, who epitomizes the spiritual and political influence the church has wielded through the ages. The challenges of today come from within the church itself in the tension between conservatives and liberals, and while the outcome is uncertain, one thing is clear: the Vatican will survive. A fine popular history, this richly detailed, engrossing and comprehensive documentary is highly recommended. Aud: H, C, P. (J. Reed)
The Vatican Revealed
(1999) 100 min. $29.95. A&E Home Video. PPR. ISBN: 0-7620-1780-3. Vol. 14, Issue 5
The Vatican Revealed
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