This movie may appear to be sombre in its deep dive in human condition. If you are unable to move above the ambient cynicism of our time you run the risk of missing the point. You will not be able to understand what true love is and that no matter how desperate our circumstances, God never gives up on us . Very interesting and balanced assessment of the spanish civil war. A very touching and accurate depiction of a true life Saint.

Not since 'The Mission", not in 25 years has there been a movie like this. A true story of FORGIVENESS given under the most dire circumstances. War. Passion. Faith. Cruelty and Murder. This movie is epic, and unforgettable. Thank you to all concerned: the excellent ! actors, photographers, the superb writing and direction. Thank you for such a movie!

I really liked it. Joffe digs into deeper issues that engage the soul. You have to put up with artsy cuteness, but overall a cinematic triumph with a powerful message. . Here Joffe is particularly fascinated by the Christian concept of forgiveness. He dwells on the heroism that enables forgiving even the most heinous of deeds and the capacity for good to come out evil. As St. Josemaría preaches and practices forgiveness, he appears more courageous than the rebels facing bullets and beatings. Christ?s mandate to forgive, which seems so unpalatable to so many, through the lens of Joffé is the greatest and most noble act of all. In his rendering of St. Josemaría Escrivá, Joffé paints a new kind of hero, not a muscle-bound stoic who has been hardened by life into a perpetual scowl, but a joyous leader whose serenity draws others to his path. As played by Charlie Cox, Escrivá almost always has a smile on his lips. Quite soul-stirring.

Watched TBD last night in Greenville, SC. Wow! I'm going back again to watch it tonight. There wasn't a dull moment, and according to a friend of mine who knows the details of the life of St. Josemaria Escriva, it is a very accurate portrayal. The actor who portrays the saint, Charlie Cox, does a superb job and is very affable and sympathetic. Also, Dougray Scott is outstanding as Robert. Admittedly this is a very Catholic movie (despite the fact that Roland Joffe, who directed it, is agnostic). But you don't have to be Catholic to appreciate the values touted here: charity, courage, bravery, forgiveness. The Da Vinci Code has met its match! Get the REAL story of Opus Dei here (sorry, no albino monks to be seen in it)

The story is filled with meaning, so it requires thoughtful attention. It can change lives! Our world needs more love and forgiveness. It's worth watching several times, to grasp the depth of the message. Thank you to Roland Joffe for daring to do it!