A film about Father Damien de Veuster, a humble and devoted Belgian priest and missionary who devoted his life to serving lepers in missions in Hawaii in the second half of the 19th century. It is the story of an inspiring man who fought for the rights of those rejected by society with his courage and fervent love.

Father Damien volunteered to serve among the lepers on the island of Molokai. Soon after his arrival, he became a protector of local women against sexual abuse and a fighter against widespread alcoholism.

Molokai is a place where people die in isolation, without the necessary medical care, from the effects of leprosy. Saint Damien tries as best he can to provide at least minimal care to the many sick, but he cannot do this work alone.

When he writes letters requesting material or personnel assistance, his requests are ignored. Only after his brother generates some media publicity does he secure the arrival of several other people on Molokai who are able to continue the work he has begun.

Parents Guide: 1x woman seducing Father Damian. Scene where a doctor examines Father Damian’s genitals. Scene with people being shot and thrown into the sea. Approximately 1 instance of the expression “go to hell.” 1 instance of kissing. 1 scene with threats made with a knife in hand. Several scenes with images of dying lepers. The bishop and his assistant with an indifferent attitude towards Father Damien and the people entrusted to him. The marriage of a couple, where Father Damien was unsure whether it was a valid marriage.

Cast: David Wenham, Kris Kristofferson, Peter O’Toole, Jan Decleir, Derek Jacobi, Leo McKern, Sam Neill, Tom Wilkinson, Michael Pas, Aden Young, Alice Krige, Thom Hoffman, Chris Haywood

Crew: Paul Cox

Belgium / Netherland / Australia, 1999

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