Stanisław Dziwisz

Filmmakers travel through Europe to uncover the little-known story of a painting said to be inspired by the mystical vision of Saint Faustina.

The documentary tells the story of Karol Wojtyła, Pope John Paul II, with rare footage and exclusive information. Born in Poland under Nazi and Communist occupation, he faced persecution, KGB surveillance, and miraculously survived an assassination attempt, all without ever giving in to fear. Discover how, through his faith in Christ, acts of evangelization in atheist countries, and the use of art and philosophy, John Paul II inspired millions, strengthened the Solidarity movement, and contributed to the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989.

Marcin Gutowski, the reporter of “Black and White” TVN24 showed in his report the unknown face of Cardinal Stanisław Dziwisz. He appears in it as a powerful hierarch, a gray eminence who can take care of the interests of the Church – understood in a specific way. Also when it comes to cases involving victims of pedophilia.

From home videos to interviews with his closest confidantes, this documentary reveals the unseen side of the late Pope John Paul II.

Film explores the profound impact Pope John Paul II's death had on Polish society, both inside and outside of the Catholic Church.