Mother Teresa: In the Name of God's Poor

The actress so well embodies the heroine's no-nonsense resolve that she "disappears" within the film. No celebrity-styled acting here.This is not a sentimental film, and attempts to answer why MT had neglected to arm herself with political power as she fought to champion the poor as being valuable to God. Why didn't she solve the problem of suffering by initiating reforms, thereby reducing, rather than saving, India’s innumerable outcasts? (MT, a teacher, does reduce poverty through educational efforts, and the poor "you will always have with you.")The footage is more realistic than in other versions, and the dialogue better informs of the country’s situation surrounding the end of the British Raj. References to the teachings of Gandhi are offered, as well as differences between Hinduism and Christianity.

Great movie with strong acting. Very inspiring also.

This movie was a powerful story of a woman who loved those who were considered less than... the outcast. This small woman had big faith in a big God. This movie reminds one that life is given to the service of others still remains the greatest story of love. I was deeply moved. Geraldine Chaplin is Charlie Chaplin's daughter.

I was looking for DVD's that showed the work of Mother Teresa. I ordered one and it was more of a documentary rather than a story of her work. The age group I wanted to view it would have found it very boring. I've always been interested in Mother Teresa and her work in Calcutta. I ordered this DVD and it was wonderful. I got it to show to a group of 6th -12th grade girls at a retreat this fall. It will help them understand what it means to dedicate your life to helping those less fortunate than themselves. It is a lesson for all of us, regardless of age. I recommend it highly.

This movie about MT is the best version out there and it is very well done. I got mine here for very low price and it was brand new still in the wrapper and I watch it in HDTV with an up-convert HD-DVD player but the DVD is not HD. But that is no complaint as this is the best version of Mother Teresa's story starting as a Nun and working alone in the slums and slowly growing into the Mother and getting the Peace Prize. This is the kind of movie that inspires those that watch it.

Well done and the best of the movies I've seen about Mother Teresa. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was because I was hoping to hear or feel more of her philosophy in the presentation.

I wanted to learn of Mother Teresa's life before she became famous and what caused her to work among the poor of Calcutta and ultimately become a candidate for Sainthood in the Catholic Church. I wish we all could possess some of the compassion she felt for the poor and homeless.I was very pleased with this film of her life. Susie Q

Excellent story about real life experiences that Mother Teresa had. The actor playing Mother Teresa was excellent .as she played the part of a believable character. Enjoyed the other actors. Would highly recommend the film for those people that knew of Saint Teresa.. One does not have to be Catholic or of another religious order. to see this film with its high merits of humanity portrayed.

What a wonderful film to watch. It will make you think what a truly inspirational person Mother Teresa was and how humble we all should feel in this unjust world we live. Gelerdine Chaplin gives a super performance. A film wanting to se again and again.

Excellent and very inspirational

great film thank you

Well acted and an inspiration! We could all take a leaf out of Mother Teresa's book. What a selfless life!

I wanted to know a bit more about Mother Teresa and this film was very moving. I also bought the book, 'Come be my light' although I've only dipped into it and have yet to read it properly. If ever a person deserved sainthood she certainly does. What an example of selfless love - humbling and inspiring.