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This powerful and dramatic biopic reveals how St. Vincent De Paul's unwavering commitment to the poor made him one of the greatest humanitarians in history.

The first French film to receive an Academy Award^® and directed by Maurice Cloche, Monsieur Vincent, chronicles the remarkable journey of St. Vincent De Paul as he struggles to bring about peace and harmony among the peasant and the nobles in the midst of the Black Death in Europe, carrying on his charitable work in the face of all obstacles.  This compelling portrait features Pierre Fresney as he portrays this humanitarian who rose from slavery to become a trusted advisor to queens and princes.