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Glenn Beck Says 'Sound of Freedom' Director's Next Epic Is on the Level of 'The Godfather'

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Editor’s Note: Our readers responded strongly to this story when it originally ran; we’re reposting it here in case you missed it.

Angel Studios’ newest production — the highly anticipated biopic “Cabrini” — is receiving high praise from former Fox News host and founder of The Blaze Glenn Beck.

The film, helmed by “Sound of Freedom” director Alejandro Monteverde, follows the real-life journey of Francesca Cabrini, an Italian immigrant nun, as she sets out to uplift the lives of the disease-riddled, impoverished immigrant children living in late-1800s New York City.

In a video from Feb. 2, Beck claimed “Cabrini” is on the same level as a film many consider an all-time great — “The Godfather.” Angel Studios invited Beck to watch a “rough cut” of the movie.



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“About halfway through, I lean over and I said ‘I feel like those who were sitting in the room with Francis Ford Coppola must have felt on the first screening of “The Godfather.”‘ This film ‘Cabrini’ is a tremendous film,” Beck said.

“It is a miracle of a film. I compare it to the quality of ‘Godfather.’ It is an epic tale and it is beautiful. It is the highest of the art form.

“If it wasn’t being released by Angel Studios, it would win ‘Best Picture’ when it comes out.”

Will you see "Cabrini" in theaters?

The quality of the cinematography, acting and overall filmmaking revealed in the film’s trailer suggests it is high quality.



“Cabrini,” which made its debut in theaters March 7, boasts an all-star cast and crew.

Along with Monteverde, the writers and producers behind the surprise 2023 hit that was “Sound of Freedom” also worked on this new biopic.

Academy Award-nominated actors David Morse and John Lithgow round out a stellar cast.

Perhaps even more notable than Beck’s endorsement was that of Lithgow, best known for his work on “Dexter,” “Terms of Endearment” and “3rd Rock from the Sun.”

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“It’s got a wonderful, good heart,” the award winner said.

“In this day and age, it’s so rare to read a script, let alone see a movie, that is genuinely good. I mean, good intentions. An unironic celebration of an important person who’s done deeply good works.

“I was captivated.”

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Michael wrote for a number of entertainment news outlets before joining The Western Journal in 2020 as a staff reporter. He now manages the writing and reporting teams, overseeing the production of commentary, news and original reporting content.
Michael Austin graduated from Iowa State University in 2019. During his time in college, Michael volunteered as a social media influencer for both PragerU and Live Action. After graduation, he went on to work as a freelance journalist for various entertainment news sites before joining The Western Journal in 2020 as a staff reporter.

Since then, Michael has been promoted to the role of Manager of Writing and Reporting. His responsibilities now include managing and directing the production of commentary, news and original reporting content.
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Iowa State University
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