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Cardinal Messias

Abuna Messias - Vendetta africana

1939

At the close of the 19th century, a cardinal who has spent two decades as a missionary in Ethiopia returns to Italy to plead for support for his cause. A reverent biographical drama.

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Part of 7 Movies Set in or About Ethiopia

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