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Mother Teresa became such a saintly icon during her lifetime that many people forgot she was a flesh-and-blood human. But this particularly well done A&E Biography segment examines the temporal reality as well as the good works of the nun who devoted her life to the poorest of the world's poor. The video traces her life from her birth in Macedonia in 1910 to her death--forever entwined with that of Princess Diana--in September 1997, as well as all the milestones in between: her unwavering devotion, even as a child; her founding of the Missionaries of Charity; her work among the castoffs in India's worst slums; and her Nobel Peace Prize in 1979. Interviews with many who worked with her help round out the familiar images--Mother Teresa caressing a dying child; Mother Teresa lecturing a spellbound UN Assembly; Mother Teresa visiting with virtually every contemporary head of state. In the end, the segment underscores how much prayer and utter devotion to God were Mother Teresa's guiding forces, and how the rest of her life's work were merely earthly manifestations of them. It's not surprising that thousands of young women have flocked to Mother Teresa's Spartan order while other orders are dwindling--sources of true inspiration are hard to come by in this day and age, but Mother Teresa is the genuine article. --Anne Hurley
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It's hurting that someone quoted rumors to defame Mother Teresa! (2008-01-05)  Think of the selfness work of Mother Teresa, don't use rumors to defame her. When I think of the two famous ladies passing away in the same year, I feel so sorry that Mother Teresa is not the one receiving more respects, who actually should deserve a million times more (not to exaggerate). Her life and work are so inspring especially to people who are selfish, including me. Mother Teresa displayed her true faith that even living in darkness and dryness for many years, she still continue to serve and do the impossibles.
Not A Review But A Warning (2003-11-11)  I realize this will fall on deaf ears and hearts. I realize that most people in this country revere Mother Teresa. She had many good things to say. But she also had many many more awful statements, and actions.My suggestion to all those interested in reading/learning about Mother Teresa is to read EVERYTHING that you can, which would include the criticisms of her work and the way she ran her order and operation in India. Read Christopher Hitchins' work, The Missionary Position. Read what former members of her order, like Susan Shields, have to say about their experiences. Read about the enormous amounts of money that were donated to help the poor, but have not been used at all, and are sheltered from the demanding eyes of the Indian government. Read about her support of the Haitian dictator, Duvalier. Read about sisters in Haiti forced to re-use needles until they were blunt, and the pain that caused their patients. How could such a stance possibly be fulfilling the will of a God of love? Read about her double standard regarding divorce (OK for Princess Diana, not OK for a regular woman in Ireland or elsewhere).I am a Catholic, and am very distressed that our current pope eliminated the role of the "Devil's Advocate" in the canonization process. The more I learn and read, the more I am convinced Mother Teresa was neither a saint, nor was a she a friend to the poor in Calcutta and elsewhere.Just READ.
Thorough & Touching Tribute (2003-05-14) An excellent example of Biography when the program focused on challenging and intriguing lives - rather than 70s TV stars. This episode comes from a time when Biography was committed to thoughtful and revealing glimpses into the lives of women and men who slowly changed the world for the better. The production offers numerous interviews of Mother Teresa's contemporaries and fascinating video clips of the woman, both in her labors for the poor and among the world's powerful. Her unique spirit shines through, including moments when her overwhelming personality was perhaps not easy to take but was still admirably, relentlessly dedicated to her worthy cause. She was a personal hero of my fiance, Sidelle Rimbaud, who patterned many of her life decisions after Mother Teresa's example of self-sacrifice, and ultimately died in the line of duty. Because of this, I watched the program and was rewarded with a view of one of humanity's most noble spirits. David R. Bannon, Ph.D.; author "Race Against Evil."
A Powerful Spiritual Experience (2002-07-21) This is one of the Biography series best. Although it is not up to date, the video is a powerful document of Mother Teresa's life. The interviews with many of her associates within and outside the Catholic Church add a great deal of insight into her work. It shows clips of her speech after winning the Nobel Peace Prize, and the passion she felt over the issue of abortion.The entire video has a great spiritual air about it, and leaves one feeling that they know a little more about such a great woman.
Summary of Tape (1999-05-09) This is a fantastic look at Mother, but it does not cover her passing as another reviewer wrote. It is the old Biography that was released while she was alive and simply repackaged for current sales. The actual video is not up to date. Hopefully the folks at Biography will complete the job soon. If you don't already have this tape it's a definite buy.
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