Francis of Assisi: Episode One
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What historical setting introduces Francis of Assisi’s early life?
Assisi, Italy, 1202 A.D. Francesco di Bernardino is the son of a wealthy cloth merchant in Assisi, Italy. Between lavish parties and manly sport, Francesco doesn't have much time for God. But when he joins the war between Assisi and Perugia, his life is fated to change forever. This is the true story of Francis of Assisi.
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Francesco, is that a new horse? Yes, his name is Olivier. Is he not splendid? A present from my father. Your father spoils you. I know. Aren't I lucky? Do you know who's going to be at the party tonight, Francesco? Who? Delphine. Oh, Francesco! She has her eyes on you! Can you blame her? It should be a very interesting party! Wow! What is wrong, Olivier? What do you see? Your horse smells them. Who? Those lepers over there in the trees watching us. Unclean! Unclean!
How does Francesco’s lavish party life reveal his attitude toward God?
Unclean! Unclean!
Unclean! Listen to their clackers. It's a good thing they have to call out a warning. Maybe we should go a different way, Francesco. Just the sight of them makes me nauseous. You and me both. I can smell them now, too. Hold your noses. If we go up that hill, we can go around them and avoid coming any closer. Good idea, Francesco. Seeing their emaciated faces and disintegrating body parts is sickening. Let's go. Look, Francesco, what I brought you from Paris. Father, what a beautiful tunic. It must have cost a fortune. It's worth it if it makes my son happy. Oh, Francesco, try it on, super play. I will, Mama. Let me take off the one I'm wearing. Oh, just see how handsome you are. That blue silk is stunning against your dark eyes and hair.
Oh, I can wear it to the party tonight. I'm glad you like it, Francesco. Like it? I love it! Thank you, Father. You work hard in our textile business, my son. I just wanted to give you a little surprise to thank you.
Why do Francesco and his friends react with disgust toward the lepers?
You've made me very proud. And of course, one day the business will be yours. I appreciate that, father. Even though I will have to take some time off if I decide to join my friends in the fight against Perugia. Francesco, you're not thinking about going to war? Pica, he's a man now. Of course he will go. Besides, the Perugians are a race of savage warmongers, even if they call themselves nobility. We have to fight back. And yes, Francesco, I will give you as much time as you need. That makes me very happy, father. Thank you. You have all it takes to be a knight. You're good with the sword and you have superior skills on the horse. I will prove my valor on the battlefield and earn a coat of arms. I'll order the finest armor for both you and your horse.
Then I have your blessing. Absolutely. You look very handsome tonight, Francesco. Of course, you always have the most beautiful clothes. Perhaps. But you do not need beautiful clothing, Delphine. Whatever you wear, you are always the loveliest woman in the room. Although I must say, your gown tonight is stunning. That's quite a compliment. Thank you, Francesco. I got the fabric from the market. Hear, hear! Hear, hear! I have an announcement to make.
What motivates Francesco to join the war against Perugia?
Francesco has decided to join the rest of us in the battle against Perugia! Francesco, you're going? Yes, my father gave me his blessing. I think we need a toast to Francesco, the future knight!
Francesco!
Francesco! Francesco! And to our success! Francesco! Oh, there he is, Pietro. He's just going through the Porta Antica gate. Do you see him? Yes. Yes, I do. Oh, he looks like a knight in that suit of armor. He's finer by far than anyone else's. Oh, he's very handsome. But I am his mother. I am concerned about him. He'll be fine, Pika. Don't worry so. I'll be in. The monks from San Pietro are giving them all their blessings. Oh, Francesco, my son! May God protect you! Oh, yes, Pietro. We must be steadfast in our prayers. Aldous! Francesco! Can you hear me?
How does Francesco’s father give his blessing for the upcoming battle?
Are you hurt? Yes, Bernardo. I can hear you. No, I am not hurt. I will rise as well. I am right behind you. Something's wrong. What do you mean? Yes. It's just what I feared. It's an ambush. Ambush! Where? Off to the right.
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Chapters
8 chapters
1
What historical setting introduces Francis of Assisi’s early life?
0:01–1:49
2
How does Francesco’s lavish party life reveal his attitude toward God?
1:49–3:03
3
Why do Francesco and his friends react with disgust toward the lepers?
3:03–4:34
4
What motivates Francesco to join the war against Perugia?
4:34–5:47
5
How does Francesco’s father give his blessing for the upcoming battle?
5:47–6:45
6
What happens during the ambush that changes Francesco’s fate?
6:45–8:03
7
How is Francesco rescued from captivity and what does his fever signify?
8:03–9:19
8
What reflections do the characters share after Francesco returns home?
9:19–10:52