Plot
The Popes are a family who haven't been able to use their real identity for years. In the late sixties, the parents set a weapons lab afire in an effort to hinder the government's Vietnam war campaign. Ever since then, the Popes have been on the run with the authorities never far behind. Today, their older son wants a life of his own although he is aware that would mean that his parents would either get caught or he will never see them again.
Written by
Naomi Foner
Directed by
Sidney Lumet
Crew
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Lorimar Film Entertainment, Double Play
Languages
English
Awards
Nominated for 2 Oscars. 5 wins & 8 nominations total
Scores
# of Votes
18,607
Average Rating
7.6 out of 10
Metascore
67
Popularity
NA