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entertainment1 year ago

"Cabrini: The Untold Story of New York's Patron Saint Comes to Life on the Big Screen"

"Cabrini," a Buffalo-made movie about the life of Mother Francesca Cabrini, the first U.S. citizen to be canonized a saint in the Catholic Church, has made its big-screen debut nationwide. The biographical drama, starring Italian actress Cristiana Dell’Anna as Francesca Cabrini, is now showing in area theaters and will expand locally and nationally on March 8, International Women’s Day. The film features recognizable locations in Buffalo and an international cast including John Lithgow, Montserrat Espadalé, David Morse, and Giancarlo Giannini. Director Alejandro Monteverde's goal is to shine a light on Mother Cabrini's powerful story and continue her legacy.

via Buffalo News|
#alejandro-monteverde#buffalo#cabrini
movie-review1 year ago

Unveiling the Impact of 'Cabrini': A Cinematic Tribute to a Saintly Figure

"Cabrini," a biopic directed by Alejandro Monteverde and produced by Angel Studios, tells the story of Italian nun Francesca Cabrini's mission in 19th-century Manhattan. The film, while centered on themes of perseverance and aiding the downtrodden, is criticized for its sanctimonious speeches and repetitive storytelling, with a focus on Cabrini's challenges against clergymen and politicians rather than the orphans under her care. Despite its inspiring subject matter, the film is deemed stodgy and lacking depth.

via The New York Times|
#19th-century#biopic#cabrini
entertainment1 year ago

"Kung Fu Panda 4 Set to Dominate Box Office with $50M+ Debut"

Kung Fu Panda 4 is expected to have a strong domestic opening of $50M+ at 3,900 theaters, while Dune: Part Two is set to cross $100M at the box office. Other releases include the Blumhouse title Imaginary, which may open to $10M-$14M, and Angel Studio's Cabrini, tracking for a mid-single digit to $10M opening. A24's Love Lies Bleeding, starring Kristen Stewart, is also generating buzz and will debut in select theaters this weekend.

via Deadline|
#box-office#cabrini#dune-part-two
entertainment1 year ago

"Kung Fu Panda 4: Box Office Battle and Character Evolution"

"Kung Fu Panda 4" and "Dune: Part Two" are set to compete at the box office, with the former aiming for a $45-50 million opening weekend and the latter projected to add $40-45 million in its second outing. "Kung Fu Panda 4" is expected to benefit from the lack of family films currently in theaters, while "Dune: Part Two" is set to surpass the entire domestic tally of the first film. Additionally, new releases "Imaginary" and "Cabrini" are also vying for attention, with the horror genre showing recent commercial success and the faith-based drama aiming for low-double digits in its opening weekend.

via Variety|
#box-office#cabrini#dune-part-two
entertainment2 years ago

Director Alejandro Monteverde's Religious Drama 'Cabrini' Set for Theatrical Release

Director Alejandro Monteverde, known for "Sound of Freedom," is teaming up with Angel Studios once again for his next film, "Cabrini," set to be released on March 8, 2024. The movie tells the inspiring story of Francesca Cabrini, an Italian immigrant who overcame adversity and became a successful entrepreneur in the 19th century. Starring Cristiana Dell'Anna as Cabrini, along with John Lithgow, David Morse, Giancarlo Giannini, and Federico Castelluccio, the film aims to shed light on Cabrini's impact on the world. Angel Studios is excited to share this remarkable story and has high expectations for the project, which will open against "A Quiet Place: Day One" and "Kung-Fu Panda 4."

via Deadline|
#alejandro-monteverde#angel-studios#cabrini