Romero

In defense of the poor in El Salvador, he fought with the only weapon he had... the truth.

Romero is a compelling and deeply moving look at the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, who made the ultimate sacrifice in a passionate stand against social injustice and oppression in his county. This film chronicles the transformation of Romero from an apolitical, complacent priest to a committed leader of the Salvadoran people.

Director

John Duigan

Writer

John Sacret Young

Released

August 12, 1989

Language

English