Philip Neri
The Apostle of Joy
Italy, 1533. At the height of the Italian Renaissance, life is a game of rules. A few rich and powerful families control trade, commerce, banking, and even the Church!
For those who play along, power and pleasure await! But one young man - a wealthy merchant’s son - wants to play by different rules. This is the story of Philip Neri.
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Philip Neri’s story exemplifies his true humility, charity, and joy. In 1500s Rome, Philip worked as a tutor, while selflessly teaching and providing for the poor. His wit and humor drew countless souls to Christ, showing that real sanctity isn’t stuffy, but cheerful. Philip’s life teaches lessons of cheerfulness, trust in God’s will, and selfless service.
This series contains moments of intensity and danger. Philip Neri’s autopsy is described. Voices are raised in arguments. A thief threatens Philip and a crowd in Rome with violence. Characters mock Philip for his poverty and bizarre way of life. Philip’s intense experience of having his heart expanded by the Holy Spirit is portrayed.
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Cast & Crew
Cast
Dane Larson – Phillip Neri
Casey Ross – Antonio, Young Men, Market Crowd
Paul Vinger – Doctor, Servant, Market Crowd
Jonathan Wainwright – Romolo Neri, Fr Rosa
Archer Geye – Pietro Caccia, Street Vendor, Maurice the Altar Boy, Young Men, Market Crowd
Jenna Kristine Bonofiglio – Portia
Katherine Fennessey – Lola Mattei, Market Crowd
Ed Dzialo – Fr Bernardini, Marcus, Ignatius, Pilgrim, Market Crowd
Jack Burr – Roberto, Thief, Young Men
Production
Joseph Marsh – Director
Peter Atkinson – Executive Producer
Kevin Collins – Casting Director
Eva Breneman – Dialect Coach
Amy Stricker – Production Manager
Christina Hiromoto – Audio Assembler
Nicolás Mangione – Assistant Sound Designer
Jacob Brusseau – Music Designer
Jacob Brusseau – Audio Reviewer
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