Romero (1989)

7 | Aug 25, 1989 (US) | Drama, History | 01:45

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In defense of the poor in El Salvador, he fought with the only weapon he had... the truth.

Romero is a compelling and deeply moving look at the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, who made the ultimate sacrifice in a passionate stand against social injustice and oppression in his county. This film chronicles the transformation of Romero from an apolitical, complacent priest to a committed leader of the Salvadoran people.