This 1985 movie "Saving Grace" is out of print and hard to get, but you can find some used copies out there on VHS or LaserDisk. I bought this at a thrift store on LaserDisk. I am glad I did. This movie has the same premise as Roman Holiday. Except in this movie instead of a princess escaping to live life as a normal person, it is the Pope escaping the Vatican. The plot sounds like a wacky comedy, but I was surprised it was not a silly comedy. It had funny moments, but the movie has a down to earth real feel to it. The movie was filmed in Italy, and it shows a glimpse of every day life in Italy. I think what I enjoyed most about this film is that it captures the life of a small village in Italy. This movie is not preachy or religious. It is more about a person finding himself, and doing what is right. If you like finding hidden gems; search for this movie. It will be hard to find, but you'll feel it is worth it once you see it.
Review of Saving Grace
