I forgot to add that this is NOT a male bashing feminist movie! It is more about the amazing beauty God made women to be! Even my husband LOVED this movie! It is all about glorifying God through loving others:)
I've been worried about that too - the commercials I've seen seem to make it look like it's about her standing up to that mean ol' patriarchal, stuff-shirt church. @@aimeebono374
@@aimeebono374 She is obviously a Sister who is a saint and happened to be a strong Italian woman when Italians were discriminated against - even though they came here legally!
Thank you for the review. My Great Grandmother Mary Michelle Monaco was Mother Cabrini's assistant Nurse. She followed her all over Chicago helping her.
That is so amazing.. We are live near Chicago and would love to have a tour of Mother Cabrini's travels when she lived here.. I am going to see this move on March 8th with my husband.. and i cannot wait!!
Thank you so much for your review Heather! I agree, we need to go support well made Catholic movies like this. Glenn Beck, who is not a Catholic saw it and said the same thing, that the cinematography was incredible and that he hasn't seen something this well done since The Passion of Christ. I am so excited to see this!
I had the honor of watching a prescreening of the Cabrini film. 🎥 As a Catholic woman, I believe this film is a beautiful masterpiece that depicts Mother Cabrini’s courage, hope, and strong faith in God all while exploring the themes of human dignity, Catholic social teaching, human free will, the gift of femininity, and the corporal works of mercy. Throughout the film, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini shows her dedication to upholding human dignity for all, especially the most vulnerable, the Italian immigrants of her time. Mother Cabrini was not only a champion for the dignity of the human person but also an exemplary figure of authenticity femininity (the feminine genius) and a role model for living out the corporal works of mercy. I would encourage all Catholics, especially Catholic women to go watch this film on March 8th, make it a “Catholic movie night out” with family and friends. 🍿 🎬 Let’s support more Catholic movies going mainstream in the box office and encouraging Alejandro Monteverde to make more amazing Catholic films for all.
funny how she never speaks in the movie nor prays or ever speak of her faith or even speak of God..... She kept saying we are strong "women" where was God in this movie?
I don't think that this was a "Catholic movie". I think a more realistic portrayal would have shown the prayer and devotions that the nuns would be incorporating into their lives on a daily basis. I think that this aspect was intentionally left out to appeal to a wider audience. The movie Fatima was much more Catholic than this.
I saw the film earlier today and was massively impressed. I'm sure there was ample poetic license taken at times but even if only a 10th of the information is real, Cabrini is still a massive inspiration. I left questioning what value have I added to the world and how could I act to make a positive impact. If that message is successfully transmitted to even a fraction of the viewers, what a better world we might have.
Can't wait to see it! Being from Colorado I've always had an affection for Mother Cabrini. I love going to her shrine. We even have a state holiday for her ❤
I discovered her last year. Her feast day is 11/13. First US Citizen canonized. Her name caught my attention because my cousin lives on a street in NYC named for her just north of the GW bridge. I said her novena in November.
When I saw the preview I found her to be portrayed way too feminist but, maybe that was just my view. Thanks for the review! We do need more movies on Catholic Saints.... I find the only one that portrays Saints well (and not cheesy) is "For Greater Glory." If you haven't seen that one yet, I cannot recommend it enough! :)
Yeah, trailer #1 looks VERY "Patriarchy's oppression of the strong, independent woman that don't need no man." More agenda than inspiration. Trailer #2 is much more balanced.
not to mention the pro "immigrant" message it subtley promotes. But those were legal immigrants who were vetted and weren't coming through illegally by the millions which are now being assisted in law breaking and sin by Catholic "charities"
That is what I got from the promotion clip... a steady and repeated flow of criticism about the fact that she is a woman implying she wasn't capable. It felt more like picking at a wound because the dialogue is chosen and written that way... Men vs women. I truly hope that the main message people get, especially those with little or no faith, is one of hope and encouragement to do the difficult things and see the power of faith in a loving God.
I am so excited to see this movie! I attended Cabrini High School and a portion of our curriculum was focused on her history. We actually still use the building on Esplanade Avenue as classrooms, which was originally one of the first orphanages that she established. Sad to see the amount of anti-feminist comments. Mother Cabrini is a feminist. Feminism is merely the belief in social, economic, and political equality of the sexes. Despite so many people telling her that she would not be able to accomplish her goals because of her size (she was very short and seemingly fragile) she beat the odds. She kept advocating for her goals and proved all those who did not believe that she was capable wrong. Mother Cabrini has such a special place in my heart.
Thank you so much we can’t wait to go see it. It comes out in our area on March 8. I’m hoping that they will make more movies about the Saints for their stories are incredible not only hers.🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️
I have been waiting for this movie to come out. I really didn't know much about her either. Thank You for the review now I really cant wait. It sounds like a good date night for my husband and me. Thank You for your review!
Oh, I’m so glad you did this review! I saw the trailer for it the other day, and got excited, but also know that sometimes trailers can be deceiving. I’m excited to go see this movie with my husband. It will be great for a date night❤️
My mother's statue of Mother Cabrini, bought in 1937, had a prominent place in our home. Now I have it, and it will be passed on to my daughter. Loved the movie. I encourage everyone to see it. She served close to the neigborhod I grew up in. Our neighbors son was taught by her.
Cabrini was a powerful movie. I've seen it 4 times. Like you I didn't know anything about her. So I ordered her biography from either Tan or Ignatius publishing. So far it is a very good book. It was originally published in 1945. Now this is where it made me look at the movie through different eyes. Nothing about the movie at least the first hour or so matches the biography, but I have to read more. Again, it was great inspiring movie but light on facts. Check out the biography for sure. P.S. I just found your channel. I'll have to check out more. Blessings
Thank you @ACatholicMomsLife for a wonderful review of what I am sure will be a beautiful, moving, and spiritual movie. Fellow Catholic, here. I can't wait to see this film! I knew that Angel Studios, and the director Alejandro Gómez Monteverde, would have a new masterpiece on their hands. "Sound of Freedom" proved their bona fides. God Bless.
Wow, hearing only good things, can't wait to see it! We have a Parish nearby in her name. Plus her illness. Reminds me a bit of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. Thank you, Heather for your review. God bless.
Why did the sisters not pray or go to Mass? Why were there no crucifixes anywhere? There were crosses but not one crucifix. The only time Mother Cabrini went into a Church in New York was to confront the Bishop. I really think Mother Cabrini in real life had devotion to the Blessed Mother and the saints but that was not depicted at all. It was beautifully done but it wasn’t very Catholic, in my opinion.
Totally, and absolutely agree!! It's so unfair so great Saint, so devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, not even mention the Name of Jesus , no once. So sad. No Catholic at all.
Gracias Heather, I will definitely be watching this movie with my husband, we love going to the movies with my lovely friends from our parish 💗 Saludos from the Bay Area.
I really enjoyed the movie. I was disappointed because she was never shown praying with her sisters other than saying grace. There weren't any times showing her praying. Even when she met with the pope and, with the archbishop there were no pictures of Jesus or Mary. The only crucifix was the one she wore. I spoke with other Catholic friends who agreed with me.
I saw the "Cabrini" film, and I also agree. They could have focused more on showing her Christian prayer life, and any Catholic devotions, like praying the Holy Rosary. More prominent displays of Catholic Christian Icons would have also been nice.
Thanks Heather! I am in the diocese of Lodi in Italy where Saint Frances Cabrini was born. The Saint is buried in the crypt of the Lodi Cathedral. Every week I go to Mass there several times, where I have the opportunity to pray before her remains. Great Saint! with my husband we read the Saints of the day and we are always surprised to see the uniqueness and greatness of those who listened and lived the word of God. Peace and Good
"The story’s trappings of priests, bishops, and habited nuns are, for the most part, mere trappings. Cabrini almost never mentions God even when trying to convince the clergy to support her work, and is virtually never seen praying, even when at a deathbed. At one point she tells her sisters that they can do “all things in Him Who strengthens us”, but far more emphasis is placed on her own strength as a woman. Churches are a setting for conversation or confrontation rather than prayer. There is one scene that begins with the implication that Cabrini has been sitting in a chapel all night, and we can assume she has been praying, but even this is the starting point for a conversation that is totally focused on her own drive and determination, in which another character refers to Cabrini’s habit as a “suit of armor” which seems to refer more to her own womanly strength than to her consecration to God." Thomas V. Mirus
Found your channel by looking for a review of this movie. You inspire me in motherhood, marriage and my relationship with God. Im Anglican and appreciate your Catholic home ❤ Have enjoyed binge watching your channel.
Cabrini is a powerful must see for all. Go with an open heart and feel the message she left for all of us to feel today in this movie about her life and struggles.
Thank you for this review. I can't wait to see this! I love finding good Catholic movies. God often speaks to me through movies. The artform can be absolutely beautiful if done in a way to glorify God.
Great video Heather! I’d heard some bad things about the movie and even watched the interview Lila Rose did with the producer and I have to say I wasn’t all that convinced but I thought I should at least go and support the movie out of the mere fact that it was about a catholic saint but WOW… I left the theater just speechless, what an amazing movie! Everyone should watch this!!
5:19 What would you say for kids right between junior high and little-i.e. 4th-5th/ 10-11? Im not worried about violence or mean words so much as the prostitution history and references mentioned in some generic reviews, and wondered how much and if its vague enough like some downstairs only saloon girl type references or something that will require much more explaining... Ive searched all over and its really skipped over in the previews.
I was just searching for opinions on this age range, who can handle a bit more on the hardships of life, but haven't found good guidance. The only reason I've got slight doubts is some reviews mention one of the characters is a former prostitute and there's some vague references to that part of reality...the question is how vague.
"This is typical of the film’s humanistic slant on Cabrini’s social work: while we are told that Italian immigrants should be helped because they are human beings and indeed children of God, and even that at the hour of our death we will be asked what we did for the poor, there is very little about bringing them the Gospel." Thomas V. Mirus
top five movies ? Where was the spiritual aspect of Mother Cabrini in the movie? Never once showing her in prayer, never requesting prayer, never once demonstrating a rosary, mass etc " I am woman" ! the persecution was not due to being a Catholic, it was because she was a woman, an Itialian In the movie, it was an inspirational woman in what a woman can do, not what God can do through a woman. missing many Saintly components "i can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" not because she was an underdog, recent immigrant and a woman.
Thank you for such an amazing review of the movie of Mother Cabrini. I was able to visit her Shrine at Fort Washington Avenue in N NYC in December 2012. I felt such peace there.
Thank you for the reivew.. My husband and I are going to see the movie on March 8th.. She is one of my favorite Saints.. 1) I am a daughter of Italian Immigrants 2) my middle name is Francesca 3) she is an amazing and wonderful Saint!!
I am not Catholic, but a Christian. the trailers kept popping up on my FB feed and YT ads, and I could not get enough of watching them. I went to the cinema March 9th and watched the movie. Her story was amazing. She definitely lived by this scripture Deuteronomy 28:13 The Lord will make you the head, not the tail. If you pay attention to the commands of the Lord your God that I give you this day and carefully follow them, you will always be at the top, never at the bottom./ the fact that she refused to listen to the 'middle man' sending back messages from the top, whether it was the Pope, the Mayor or the Italian senate, etc. was inspiring. She would demand an audience with those at the head, and she always came out on top. I loved how she never let her physical affirmaties bring her down - she just kept pressing on.
I was confirmed in the 1960s in Chicago, and I chose Mother Cabrini as my confirmation saint. I am SO grateful for your very thoughtful review. People must think more deeply about faith and how it fills our lives and surrounds us. I was almost afraid to hear your review because some folks were quick to jump on the bandwagon of "needs more God." Your eloquent comments prove that you understand in depth, as I believe I understand, that it's the whisper of God, the Holy Spirit, that moves us into action. In that regard, there is no scripting needed because her actions and results are what made the difference. May God Bless Everyone involved in this film, as it has been a grace and blessing to anyone who hears.
We just saw it too! I really liked it! I live in Colorado and have been at her shrine, very pretty! I wish they portrayed her more like the Catholic faithful woman more than a good humanitarian! She got that strength for her amazing faith to the Immaculate Heart of Jesus, but they didn’t show any of that! But yes, a good start! I really liked it! Amazing actress, she should get the Oscar! Good movie!
I have listened to and read a number of reviews on the movie. Apparently God is rarely mentioned, and the script has Mother Cabrini saying a few things that are doubtfully her words or way. I am conflicted on whether to see the movie.
There is an absolutely beautiful movie on youtube called "Maria Mazarello the house of happiness" . I totally recommend it. You can see that what St Maria Mazarello she did only through the grace of God.
Im not catholic anymore actually used to go to a church called St Francis Cabrini. Think i’ll go see this movie im italian myself and my grandparents and even parents dealt with some Italian discrimination. So this would be a good one to see for many reasons.
We are living in a broken dysfuntional culture and we as Catholics must create a culture of love and decency. Its really our duty to provide an alternative to this suicidal culture that has been imposed upon us.
I'm not Catholic. I saw Cabrini on its release day and I think it's an excellent film, but no way would I call it "Catholic", and maybe not even "religious". Rather, it is almost entirely about one-on-one personal relationships and politics.
I am literally jumping out of my seat I can’t wait to see this. I did a bunch of research on her. I m trying to get my whole family to go too. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🕊️❤️✝️💕
A lot of the movie was filmed here in buffalo New York. Tonight is the premier at the north park theater on hertel Ave. Of course it is sold out . Looking forward to seeing it hopefully next week.
I have mixed feelings too, the fact that they are releasing it on "international women's day" is off putting and I also got feminist vibe and realizing that there is a movement trying to replace Columbus Day with Cabrini day instead it is just not right. There is also a really good movie about Mother Cabrini from a couple of years ago from EWTN I highly recommend.
Faith and spirituality of Mother Cabrini was well hidden in this production......really turned into a secular relating of her story. Almost avoided faith aspect totally.
I just visited a friend in a Cabrini Hospital in Melbourne Australia and there was a huge Portrait of Mother Cabrini at Reception I had recently seen the film and was talking to the Receptionist about it as she had also seen it
It's a Top Five CINEMA priority for me this year. Right up there with Kevin Costner's "Horizon: Chapters 1 & 2", Francis Ford Coppola's "Megalopolis", and Terrence Malick's Christ film "The Way of the Wind". Real works of authentic art which expresses resonant truth. No be honest, I know of nothing else coming out that really even matters.
I have been seeing this trailer everywhere; and I have watched the trailer multiple times and really want to see this. Now I can’t wait to see this movie. ❤❤
Such a very sobering film. One of the best I have ever seen. Period. Viewers come away perhaps asking what they can do to help make our world a better place. Donate to or support a charitable organization that helps the downtrodden. Treat everyone with love and respect. Be a Christlike individual.
This second Angel studios movie that really is borderline Hollyweird. Cabrini comes across as a zero spriritual, zero catholic, 100% feminist social justice warrior. Sad to see that Angel has gone the way of hollyweird, never again to pay for a movie ticket for them. Compromise and go the way of hollyweird. Long, and really devoid of giving God and His church their due.
I just watched an EWTN segment on Mother Cabrini done several years ago. One surprising item they mentioned was that in the schools that Mother Cabrini started, she would not allow any children to attend that school if their parents were not married! The presenters (Bob and Penny Lord) of this segment said that Mother Cabrini did not back down on this issue, and many of the parents relented and got married. And according to the segment, once they got married, many of them turned out to be her strongest supporters. I found that fascinating. Evidently, she held to high morals.
Saint Francis of Assisi said "Preach the gospel at all time use words if necessary". That is how I see this video! I truly saw God all over in this video! I thought it was beautiful and my soul rejoiced in the goodness it brought:)
Romans 10:14 they must 'hear' the gospel not see it. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is that he died for the sins of the world and forgiveness is a free gift through faith in him Ephesians 2:8-9. The way the Gospel is preached is presented throughout New Testament scriptures. I agree with this comment that if God was never mentioned that is very much sad and a horrible deletion.
The first trailer they had months ago was very feminist then they toned it down with the second. I have mixed feelings but have heard good reviews. Thank you ma’am! Will definitely have a movie night with my wife!
I watched it , I'm a dude. It's got some feminist tones at part...but not like in your face and more as like this is what she went thru as a matter of fact. As others have said..it's a great film, you'll enjoy it.
The film's director Alejandro Monteverde and writer Rod Barr done a fantastic job of illuminating Saint Cabriini's life and difficulties. Magnificently hinting at the invisible hand of God directing her life. She represented the three theological virtues of faith, hope, and charity in the movie. Throughout the movie, the director shows us flashbacks of Cabrini drowning as a young child in the water. She finds herself drowning in a sea of hopelessness once more. She is found praying meditatively in a Catholic church while surrounded by all of Christ's symbols. The fall is the subject of her diligent philanthropic work with the underprivileged. Her remorseful friend shows up to support her. The scene immediately returns to the young child drowning, and we see a man saving the girl's life by reaching out with his arms while the water covers his face. Again, those all-encompassing, unseen arms give her strength, and she summons the courage to address the Italian parliament, embarrassing them with a allusion to the day of judgment found in the Gospels. She thus succeeds in obtaining funds for the underprivileged Italian immigrants living in America.
This movie is very good. My kids 9, 11, and teen was engaged throughout the entire movie. We discussed about it and it makes you ask “ I’m here Lord, help me to help others in this lifetime. What can I do?
If you ever get an opportunity, visit the Mother Cabrini shrine just outside of Denver, Colorado. I grew up visiting this shrine . Bring a container so you can get holy water from the fountain. Thank you for this review of this movie, I hope to find a showing of this movie near me. God Bless you!
I forgot to add that this is NOT a male bashing feminist movie! It is more about the amazing beauty God made women to be! Even my husband LOVED this movie! It is all about glorifying God through loving others:)
I was just going to ask this question bc the previews seem to emphasize that it was all about her being a woman.
I've been worried about that too - the commercials I've seen seem to make it look like it's about her standing up to that mean ol' patriarchal, stuff-shirt church. @@aimeebono374
Thank Goodness. I was so worried about anti Hierarchy. In trailers they have Shania Twain music, which makes no sense . I hope it does well.
Phew, that was the main reason I was considering not seeing it 😭
@@aimeebono374 She is obviously a Sister who is a saint and happened to be a strong Italian woman when Italians were discriminated against - even though they came here legally!
Thank you for the review. My Great Grandmother Mary Michelle Monaco was Mother Cabrini's assistant Nurse. She followed her all over Chicago helping her.
Wow ! .Should have interviewed Great Grandma !
Wow. That is awesome.
Amazing! ❤
Beautiful love from Liverpool England 🏴
That is so amazing.. We are live near Chicago and would love to have a tour of Mother Cabrini's travels when she lived here.. I am going to see this move on March 8th with my husband.. and i cannot wait!!
Thank you so much for your review Heather! I agree, we need to go support well made Catholic movies like this. Glenn Beck, who is not a Catholic saw it and said the same thing, that the cinematography was incredible and that he hasn't seen something this well done since The Passion of Christ. I am so excited to see this!
Beck is a former Catholic. He became a Mormon when he married his current wife.
I don't know how someone goes from Catholic to Mormon......seems so opposite.
I saw the movie today. Do yourself a favor go see this if nothing else for the Cinematography
I studied at the school she founded in São Paulo, Brazil, (Colégio Madre Cabrini) for 13 years - so proud to see this recognition of her
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I had the honor of watching a prescreening of the Cabrini film. 🎥 As a Catholic woman, I believe this film is a beautiful masterpiece that depicts Mother Cabrini’s courage, hope, and strong faith in God all while exploring the themes of human dignity, Catholic social teaching, human free will, the gift of femininity, and the corporal works of mercy. Throughout the film, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini shows her dedication to upholding human dignity for all, especially the most vulnerable, the Italian immigrants of her time. Mother Cabrini was not only a champion for the dignity of the human person but also an exemplary figure of authenticity femininity (the feminine genius) and a role model for living out the corporal works of mercy. I would encourage all Catholics, especially Catholic women to go watch this film on March 8th, make it a “Catholic movie night out” with family and friends. 🍿 🎬 Let’s support more Catholic movies going mainstream in the box office and encouraging Alejandro Monteverde to make more amazing Catholic films for all.
And it's international womens day. Perfect.
My wife and I went to see it today. It is excellent , most of it was filmed here in buffalo ny where I'm from. Saw plenty of familiar landmarks.
funny how she never speaks in the movie nor prays or ever speak of her faith or even speak of God..... She kept saying we are strong "women" where was God in this movie?
@@ujue1966exactly my thoughts!
I don't think that this was a "Catholic movie". I think a more realistic portrayal would have shown the prayer and devotions that the nuns would be incorporating into their lives on a daily basis. I think that this aspect was intentionally left out to appeal to a wider audience. The movie Fatima was much more Catholic than this.
I saw the film earlier today and was massively impressed. I'm sure there was ample poetic license taken at times but even if only a 10th of the information is real, Cabrini is still a massive inspiration. I left questioning what value have I added to the world and how could I act to make a positive impact. If that message is successfully transmitted to even a fraction of the viewers, what a better world we might have.
Thanks for sharing your review. It is very important that we support good in this world.
I'm so very grateful for you !
Can't wait to see it! Being from Colorado I've always had an affection for Mother Cabrini. I love going to her shrine. We even have a state holiday for her ❤
Came to the comments looking for this! Colorado Cabrini Shrine is such a beautiful, peaceful site.
I discovered her last year. Her feast day is 11/13. First US Citizen canonized. Her name caught my attention because my cousin lives on a street in NYC named for her just north of the GW bridge. I said her novena in November.
When I saw the preview I found her to be portrayed way too feminist but, maybe that was just my view. Thanks for the review! We do need more movies on Catholic Saints.... I find the only one that portrays Saints well (and not cheesy) is "For Greater Glory." If you haven't seen that one yet, I cannot recommend it enough! :)
Ignatius of Loyola (2016) directed by Paolo Dy is a beautiful and powerful film, like a Hollywood action Bio-pic quality, not cheesy.
good to know!!@@gmacch
Yeah, trailer #1 looks VERY "Patriarchy's oppression of the strong, independent woman that don't need no man." More agenda than inspiration.
Trailer #2 is much more balanced.
not to mention the pro "immigrant" message it subtley promotes. But those were legal immigrants who were vetted and weren't coming through illegally by the millions which are now being assisted in law breaking and sin by Catholic "charities"
That is what I got from the promotion clip... a steady and repeated flow of criticism about the fact that she is a woman implying she wasn't capable. It felt more like picking at a wound because the dialogue is chosen and written that way... Men vs women. I truly hope that the main message people get, especially those with little or no faith, is one of hope and encouragement to do the difficult things and see the power of faith in a loving God.
My late wife's mother stayed at a Mother Cabrini house in New Orleans. She was an immigrant from Sicliy.
Sadly, this movie portrayed things that didn't actually happen and left out so many that did.
What didn’t happen?
Thank you Heather Mother Cabrini's life was so inspiring. I'm glad this movie demonstrates that. ❤
I am so excited to see this movie! I attended Cabrini High School and a portion of our curriculum was focused on her history. We actually still use the building on Esplanade Avenue as classrooms, which was originally one of the first orphanages that she established. Sad to see the amount of anti-feminist comments. Mother Cabrini is a feminist. Feminism is merely the belief in social, economic, and political equality of the sexes. Despite so many people telling her that she would not be able to accomplish her goals because of her size (she was very short and seemingly fragile) she beat the odds. She kept advocating for her goals and proved all those who did not believe that she was capable wrong. Mother Cabrini has such a special place in my heart.
Amen!
Thank you for this inspiring review Heather. I was on the fence about this movie but now I'm definitely going to watch it!
I'm so excited to watch it! Thanks for your video on it, Heather 💖
Definitely going to see. Thanks Heather!
Thank you so much we can’t wait to go see it. It comes out in our area on March 8. I’m hoping that they will make more movies about the Saints for their stories are incredible not only hers.🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️
I have been waiting for this movie to come out. I really didn't know much about her either. Thank You for the review now I really cant wait. It sounds like a good date night for my husband and me. Thank You for your review!
Thanks for the review! I am an RCIA catechumen, and was debating whether or not to take my 13 yr old daughter. You answered my question.
Oh, I’m so glad you did this review! I saw the trailer for it the other day, and got excited, but also know that sometimes trailers can be deceiving. I’m excited to go see this movie with my husband. It will be great for a date night❤️
My mother's statue of Mother Cabrini, bought in 1937, had a prominent place in our home. Now I have it, and it will be passed on to my daughter. Loved the movie. I encourage everyone to see it. She served close to the neigborhod I grew up in. Our neighbors son was taught by her.
Cabrini was a powerful movie. I've seen it 4 times. Like you I didn't know anything about her. So I ordered her biography from either Tan or Ignatius publishing. So far it is a very good book. It was originally published in 1945. Now this is where it made me look at the movie through different eyes. Nothing about the movie at least the first hour or so matches the biography, but I have to read more. Again, it was great inspiring movie but light on facts. Check out the biography for sure. P.S. I just found your channel. I'll have to check out more. Blessings
Thank you @ACatholicMomsLife for a wonderful review of what I am sure will be a beautiful, moving, and spiritual movie. Fellow Catholic, here. I can't wait to see this film! I knew that Angel Studios, and the director Alejandro Gómez Monteverde, would have a new masterpiece on their hands. "Sound of Freedom" proved their bona fides. God Bless.
I've heard (from a part of a review) that Jesus isn't mentioned in the movie ever. How can that be in a Catholic movie?
Thank you for sharing this review! I can’t wait to go see it!!
❤ how was it?? Who is Cabrini??Saint????
I’m so overjoyed at your review. I can’t wait to see this movie❤️
Wow, hearing only good things, can't wait to see it! We have a Parish nearby in her name. Plus her illness. Reminds me a bit of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. Thank you, Heather for your review. God bless.
Why did the sisters not pray or go to Mass? Why were there no crucifixes anywhere? There were crosses but not one crucifix. The only time Mother Cabrini went into a Church in New York was to confront the Bishop.
I really think Mother Cabrini in real life had devotion to the Blessed Mother and the saints but that was not depicted at all.
It was beautifully done but it wasn’t very Catholic, in my opinion.
Totally, and absolutely agree!! It's so unfair so great Saint, so devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, not even mention the Name of Jesus , no once. So sad. No Catholic at all.
Gracias Heather, I will definitely be watching this movie with my husband, we love going to the movies with my lovely friends from our parish 💗 Saludos from the Bay Area.
I really enjoyed the movie. I was disappointed because she was never shown praying with her sisters other than saying grace. There weren't any times showing her praying. Even when she met with the pope and, with the archbishop there were no pictures of Jesus or Mary. The only crucifix was the one she wore. I spoke with other Catholic friends who agreed with me.
I saw the "Cabrini" film, and I also agree. They could have focused more on showing her Christian prayer life, and any Catholic devotions, like praying the Holy Rosary. More prominent displays of Catholic Christian Icons would have also been nice.
Thanks Heather! I am in the diocese of Lodi in Italy where Saint Frances Cabrini was born. The Saint is buried in the crypt of the Lodi Cathedral. Every week I go to Mass there several times, where I have the opportunity to pray before her remains. Great Saint! with my husband we read the Saints of the day and we are always surprised to see the uniqueness and greatness of those who listened and lived the word of God.
Peace and Good
Rebecca are you referring to Mother Cabrini’s partial relics? Her body is in a glass casket in New York at the Cabrini Shrine.
I am looking forward to watching it. Not only because Mother Cabrini became the first canonized US saint but also for her amazing journey!
"The story’s trappings of priests, bishops, and habited nuns are, for the most part, mere trappings. Cabrini almost never mentions God even when trying to convince the clergy to support her work, and is virtually never seen praying, even when at a deathbed. At one point she tells her sisters that they can do “all things in Him Who strengthens us”, but far more emphasis is placed on her own strength as a woman.
Churches are a setting for conversation or confrontation rather than prayer. There is one scene that begins with the implication that Cabrini has been sitting in a chapel all night, and we can assume she has been praying, but even this is the starting point for a conversation that is totally focused on her own drive and determination, in which another character refers to Cabrini’s habit as a “suit of armor” which seems to refer more to her own womanly strength than to her consecration to God." Thomas V. Mirus
Found your channel by looking for a review of this movie. You inspire me in motherhood, marriage and my relationship with God. Im Anglican and appreciate your Catholic home ❤ Have enjoyed binge watching your channel.
Cabrini is a powerful must see for all. Go with an open heart and feel the message she left for all of us to feel today in this movie about her life and struggles.
Thank you for this review. I can't wait to see this! I love finding good Catholic movies. God often speaks to me through movies. The artform can be absolutely beautiful if done in a way to glorify God.
Great video Heather! I’d heard some bad things about the movie and even watched the interview Lila Rose did with the producer and I have to say I wasn’t all that convinced but I thought I should at least go and support the movie out of the mere fact that it was about a catholic saint but WOW… I left the theater just speechless, what an amazing movie! Everyone should watch this!!
Hoping this movie will be shown here in Australia 🇦🇺 Would really love to see it. Thank you Heather for all that you do. God bless 🙏
Thank you for your review !!!Greetings from Poland!!!
5:19 What would you say for kids right between junior high and little-i.e. 4th-5th/ 10-11? Im not worried about violence or mean words so much as the prostitution history and references mentioned in some generic reviews, and wondered how much and if its vague enough like some downstairs only saloon girl type references or something that will require much more explaining...
Ive searched all over and its really skipped over in the previews.
I was eager to see this before this review and now even more pumped for it! God bless! ❤
Add. I totally agree with you. It's one of the best movies I have. I've ever seen and I will go see it again. Thank you for your review.
Don't underestimate what younger children can handle...we have Catholic saints who gave their lives at 10 and 11 years of age...!
I was just searching for opinions on this age range, who can handle a bit more on the hardships of life, but haven't found good guidance. The only reason I've got slight doubts is some reviews mention one of the characters is a former prostitute and there's some vague references to that part of reality...the question is how vague.
"This is typical of the film’s humanistic slant on Cabrini’s social work: while we are told that Italian immigrants should be helped because they are human beings and indeed children of God, and even that at the hour of our death we will be asked what we did for the poor, there is very little about bringing them the Gospel." Thomas V. Mirus
top five movies ?
Where was the spiritual aspect of Mother Cabrini in the movie?
Never once showing her in prayer, never requesting prayer, never once demonstrating a rosary, mass etc
" I am woman" !
the persecution was not due to being a Catholic, it was because she was a woman, an Itialian
In the movie, it was an inspirational woman in what a woman can do, not what God can do through a woman.
missing many Saintly components
"i can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" not because she was an underdog, recent immigrant and a woman.
I totally agree!
Thank you for such an amazing review of the movie of Mother Cabrini. I was able to visit her Shrine at Fort Washington Avenue in N NYC in December 2012. I felt such peace there.
I needed the opinion of a Catholic person on this movie. Thank you for the review! 👍
Thank you for the reivew.. My husband and I are going to see the movie on March 8th.. She is one of my favorite Saints.. 1) I am a daughter of Italian Immigrants 2) my middle name is Francesca 3) she is an amazing and wonderful Saint!!
I am not Catholic, but a Christian. the trailers kept popping up on my FB feed and YT ads, and I could not get enough of watching them. I went to the cinema March 9th and watched the movie. Her story was amazing. She definitely lived by this scripture Deuteronomy 28:13 The Lord will make you the head, not the tail. If you pay attention to the commands of the Lord your God that I give you this day and carefully follow them, you will always be at the top, never at the bottom./ the fact that she refused to listen to the 'middle man' sending back messages from the top, whether it was the Pope, the Mayor or the Italian senate, etc. was inspiring. She would demand an audience with those at the head, and she always came out on top. I loved how she never let her physical affirmaties bring her down - she just kept pressing on.
Thank you, Heather! Can’t wait to see it!
I was confirmed in the 1960s in Chicago, and I chose Mother Cabrini as my confirmation saint. I am SO grateful for your very thoughtful review. People must think more deeply about faith and how it fills our lives and surrounds us. I was almost afraid to hear your review because some folks were quick to jump on the bandwagon of "needs more God." Your eloquent comments prove that you understand in depth, as I believe I understand, that it's the whisper of God, the Holy Spirit, that moves us into action. In that regard, there is no scripting needed because her actions and results are what made the difference. May God Bless Everyone involved in this film, as it has been a grace and blessing to anyone who hears.
Thank you so much. Cant wait to see it!🙏🙏🙏
I really look forward to watching this movie 🍿🎥 ….thanks for the review👏🏽👍🏽
Thank you so much for this review! I was so worried it was another man bashing movie. I’m excited now to see it. God Bless
Thank you for the review!
We just saw it too! I really liked it! I live in Colorado and have been at her shrine, very pretty!
I wish they portrayed her more like the Catholic faithful woman more than a good humanitarian! She got that strength for her amazing faith to the Immaculate Heart of Jesus, but they didn’t show any of that! But yes, a good start! I really liked it! Amazing actress, she should get the Oscar!
Good movie!
We got tickets and cant wait to see it. Personally, the preview clips online paired with Shania Twain music is kinda ruining the vibe for me. 😂
LOL I completely agree it was kind of strange to pair that with the movie! The movie is so good!
Thank you Heather! Be Blessed! Mother Cabrini is smiling 😇
I have listened to and read a number of reviews on the movie. Apparently God is rarely mentioned, and the script has Mother Cabrini saying a few things that are doubtfully her words or way. I am conflicted on whether to see the movie.
I fell asleep three different times. Not worth the hype and there is no discussion of Christ or her faith.
I wouldn't...
There is an absolutely beautiful movie on youtube called "Maria Mazarello the house of happiness" . I totally recommend it. You can see that what St Maria Mazarello she did only through the grace of God.
I hosted a screening of the film a while back here in San Diego for Catholic Answers. My wife and I both enjoyed the film. †
I love her , my grandmother loved her , I always call her mother Cabrini ;)
I really want to see this since I work at a Catholic hospital named for her. 🥰
Im not catholic anymore actually used to go to a church called St Francis Cabrini. Think i’ll go see this movie im italian myself and my grandparents and even parents dealt with some Italian discrimination. So this would be a good one to see for many reasons.
That's too bad you lost faith.
God is probably prompting you back to your faith....praying for you sincerely. ❤
Sorry that you left the true faith. I hope the movie (if you see it) may give you some inspiration and soul searching. God Bless you
Thank you so much for the review, I can not wait to see it!
We are living in a broken dysfuntional culture and we as Catholics must create a culture of love and decency. Its really our duty to provide an alternative to this suicidal culture that has been imposed upon us.
I'm not Catholic. I saw Cabrini on its release day and I think it's an excellent film, but no way would I call it "Catholic", and maybe not even "religious". Rather, it is almost entirely about one-on-one personal relationships and politics.
I am literally jumping out of my seat I can’t wait to see this. I did a bunch of research on her. I m trying to get my whole family to go too. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🕊️❤️✝️💕
A lot of the movie was filmed here in buffalo New York. Tonight is the premier at the north park theater on hertel Ave. Of course it is sold out . Looking forward to seeing it hopefully next week.
I have mixed feelings too, the fact that they are releasing it on "international women's day" is off putting and I also got feminist vibe and realizing that there is a movement trying to replace Columbus Day with Cabrini day instead it is just not right.
There is also a really good movie about Mother Cabrini from a couple of years ago from EWTN I highly recommend.
I agree but I promise it is not a feminist movie it just shows the beauty of women! No man hating in it:). I promise it is pleasing to God!
Thanks for sharing Heather!!
Wow, top five of all time!! You’ve got me excited to see it 😀
I am going to see the movie even before your review. I am happy you liked it so much. What do you think of The Chosen?
Great movie!! Saw it last night and was so proud of this amazing Italian Catholic woman and her persistence it doing the will of God!!
Thank you 💚
From Italy
There is an excellent movie about another one of the greatest catholic saints of all time called 'the greatest story never told'.
Faith and spirituality of Mother Cabrini was well hidden in this production......really turned into a secular relating of her story. Almost avoided faith aspect totally.
Thank you for your critique. I can't wait to see it!
I just visited a friend in a Cabrini Hospital in Melbourne Australia and there was a huge Portrait of Mother Cabrini at Reception
I had recently seen the film and was talking to the Receptionist about it as she had also seen it
It's a Top Five CINEMA priority for me this year.
Right up there with Kevin Costner's "Horizon: Chapters 1 & 2", Francis Ford Coppola's "Megalopolis", and Terrence Malick's Christ film "The Way of the Wind".
Real works of authentic art which expresses resonant truth.
No be honest, I know of nothing else coming out that really even matters.
Thanks for the recommendation!
I have been seeing this trailer everywhere; and I have watched the trailer multiple times and really want to see this. Now I can’t wait to see this movie. ❤❤
Such a very sobering film. One of the best I have ever seen. Period.
Viewers come away perhaps asking what they can do to help make our world a better place. Donate to or support a charitable organization that helps the downtrodden.
Treat everyone with love and respect.
Be a Christlike individual.
This second Angel studios movie that really is borderline Hollyweird. Cabrini comes across as a zero spriritual, zero catholic, 100% feminist social justice warrior. Sad to see that Angel has gone the way of hollyweird, never again to pay for a movie ticket for them. Compromise and go the way of hollyweird. Long, and really devoid of giving God and His church their due.
I just watched an EWTN segment on Mother Cabrini done several years ago. One surprising item they mentioned was that in the schools that Mother Cabrini started, she would not allow any children to attend that school if their parents were not married! The presenters (Bob and Penny Lord) of this segment said that Mother Cabrini did not back down on this issue, and many of the parents relented and got married. And according to the segment, once they got married, many of them turned out to be her strongest supporters. I found that fascinating. Evidently, she held to high morals.
We are looking forward to it!
Some of this movie was filmed in Our Lady of Victory basilica. In Lackawanna NY . 👍
You said that you cann see her love for God, I didn't see that. God was never mentioned in that movie. So sad.
Saint Francis of Assisi said "Preach the gospel at all time use words if necessary". That is how I see this video! I truly saw God all over in this video! I thought it was beautiful and my soul rejoiced in the goodness it brought:)
Romans 10:14 they must 'hear' the gospel not see it. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is that he died for the sins of the world and forgiveness is a free gift through faith in him Ephesians 2:8-9. The way the Gospel is preached is presented throughout New Testament scriptures.
I agree with this comment that if God was never mentioned that is very much sad and a horrible deletion.
@@ACatholicMomsLife I understand but I think that at least one scene was needed showing her praying for stregth to God. 🙏🙏🙏
This was a great movie. And I agree it was inspiring. I'm paying it forward. And going again and just ordered her biography. Very moving.
The first trailer they had months ago was very feminist then they toned it down with the second. I have mixed feelings but have heard good reviews. Thank you ma’am! Will definitely have a movie night with my wife!
I promise was not a feminist movie, didn’t make bash just glorified the beauty God made women 🥰
What would the objection be to feminism?
I watched it , I'm a dude. It's got some feminist tones at part...but not like in your face and more as like this is what she went thru as a matter of fact. As others have said..it's a great film, you'll enjoy it.
@@TheLaughingMustache-oh5ff It's not very factual, though. The mayor from the film was a fictional character. The arson scene was fictional. Etc.
It speaks to the changes in education even in parochial schools that you didn’t know about Mother Cabrini. Check out Katherine Drexel also.
Belated Congratulations on your reaching the 100k Subs, and still growing!
Thank you so much🥰
Thank you very much!
❤ you are so right
I enjoy the movie so much .
I did enjoy very much the story . ❤️🙏🙏
The film's director Alejandro Monteverde and writer Rod Barr done a fantastic job of illuminating Saint Cabriini's life and difficulties. Magnificently hinting at the invisible hand of God directing her life. She represented the three theological virtues of faith, hope, and charity in the movie. Throughout the movie, the director shows us flashbacks of Cabrini drowning as a young child in the water. She finds herself drowning in a sea of hopelessness once more. She is found praying meditatively in a Catholic church while surrounded by all of Christ's symbols. The fall is the subject of her diligent philanthropic work with the underprivileged. Her remorseful friend shows up to support her. The scene immediately returns to the young child drowning, and we see a man saving the girl's life by reaching out with his arms while the water covers his face. Again, those all-encompassing, unseen arms give her strength, and she summons the courage to address the Italian parliament, embarrassing them with a allusion to the day of judgment found in the Gospels. She thus succeeds in obtaining funds for the underprivileged Italian immigrants living in America.
This movie is very good. My kids 9, 11, and teen was engaged throughout the entire movie. We discussed about it and it makes you ask “ I’m here Lord, help me to help others in this lifetime. What can I do?
This was a great film
I was really surprised how good it was
Definitely in my top 5 movies of all time
I’m so excited to see this movie! I love Mother Cabrini!
Saw it twice! Plan on seeing it again. And again!
If you ever get an opportunity, visit the Mother Cabrini shrine just outside of Denver, Colorado. I grew up visiting this shrine . Bring a container so you can get holy water from the fountain. Thank you for this review of this movie, I hope to find a showing of this movie near me.
God Bless you!
I’m excited to see it! ❤
Thankyou I want to see this I also do not know anything about her can’t wait to see it 🙏