Drama,History
Germany,United States of America
Luther is a biographical drama film which was released in 2003 and directed by Eric Till. The film follows the life of Martin Luther, a former law student who becomes a monk and dedicates his life to God. He soon becomes disillusioned with the Catholic Church and its corrupt practices, particularly the sale of indulgences, which he believes are a manipulation of people's fears and anxieties.
Luther challenges the church hierarchy by posting his Ninety-Five Theses on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, which sparks controversy and a call for his excommunication. Despite the opposition he faced, Luther persists in his beliefs and campaigns for reform within the church. He publishes many works, including the translation of the Bible into German, which makes it accessible to common people and helps to spread the ideas of the Reformation.
The film also depicts Luther's personal struggles, including his doubts, guilt, and fear of damnation. It explores his relationship with his mentor and confessor, Johann von Staupitz, as well as his interactions with other reformers such as Philip Melanchthon and Ulrich Zwingli.
The cast of the film includes Joseph Fiennes as Martin Luther, Alfred Molina as Johann Tetzel, Jonathan Firth as Girolamo Aleandro, and Claire Cox as Katharina von Bora.
Overall, the film Luther provides a compelling and educational portrayal of Martin Luther's life and his significant impact on the world by initiating the Protestant Reformation.
