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.
Keywords:
Social control
Bishop
Public murder
Murder
Social commentary
Priest
Church
Catholicism
Reflective
Movie tag line: "In defense of the poor in El Salvador, he fought with the only weapon he had... the truth."
Character: Archbishop Oscar Romero
Character: Father Rutilio Grande
Character: Arista Zelada
Character: Lt. Columa
Character: Father Alfonzo Osuna