Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc fervently believes that St. Catherine, St. Margaret and St. Michael appear to her; they tell her that she will be the one to deliver her home country of France from the Hundred Years' War.
John the Baptist
John the Baptist is born the son of a Levite, a member of the priestly class, but walks away from his father's traditions; then proclaims the coming of the Messiah, baptizing followers.
Sebastian
In the twilight years of the Roman Empire a soldier named Sebastian serves in the Praetorian Guard under the Emperor Diocletian; the Empire is declining and Diocletian is looking to restore it to glory.
Maximilian Maria Kolbe
Maximilian Kolbe was born in Poland at the turn of the 20th century to devout parents; as a child he had a vision of a visit from the Virgin Mary set him on a path toward religious service and martyrdom.
Francis of Assisi
In the early 13th century, Francis, once wealthy and frivolous, is transformed by a profound spiritual awakening and a commitment to poverty and service. This transformation is often linked to his experience in war, his time as a prisoner, and a powerful encounter with a crucifix, leading him to renounce his privileged life and embrace a life of simplicity and dedication to the teachings of Jesus.
Moses the Black
In the story, set in 4th-century Egypt, Moses, initially a notorious bandit, undergoes a transformative experience that leads him to abandon his previous life and embrace faith. This pivotal moment, possibly spurred by a revelation of his identity or a moral awakening, marks a turning point in his life, shifting him from a life of banditry to one of faith and leadership. This transformation is portrayed as a radical shift, emphasizing the profound change Moses undergoes as he sheds his old identity and finds new purpose.
Mary Magdalene
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