Faith & Film presents Romero
Romero is a compelling and deeply moving film based on the true story of Archbishop Óscar Romero of El Salvador. Set during a time of political unrest and violence in the late 1970s, the film follows Romero’s transformation from a quiet, bookish priest into a bold and prophetic voice for the poor and oppressed. As he witnesses growing injustice, government corruption, and brutal repression, Romero is compelled by his faith to speak out—risking his position, his safety, and ultimately his life.This powerful story explores themes of faith, courage, and the call to justice, inviting viewers to consider what it means to follow Christ in the face of suffering and moral crisis. Romero is a timely and inspiring film that challenges us to stand with the marginalized and live out the Gospel in action. Discussion led by Dr. Michael Barram.
PG-13, 1 hr 42 min, (1989), directed by John Duigan
“Romero" trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDUwjD_hM6I
Free Admission. Co-sponsored by First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley and New College Berkeley.
About the Faith & Film series:
In this series we will examine the potent and relevant medium of film in exploring themes of love, faith, conscience, evil, death, reception, grace, morality, identity, and our yearning for the sacred. Each month we will view a different film––each unique, compelling, and demanding––reflecting our current times. Each film is curated by those who love this artistic medium and will host a conversation following our viewing. Co-sponsored by First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley and New College Berkeley.
Event details:
FPCB is located at 2407 Dana Street, Berkeley, and the event will start promptly at 7PM in Geneva Hall, Room G202. There is is free parking in the FPCB underground parking lot on Channing Way. Sign in with the parking space number at the kiosk in the first floor reception area of the church. From the garage, take the elevator up to the first floor for reception and then continue to the 2nd floor for the film gathering.