Bishop William A. Scully speaks at the first annual Motion Picture Industry Communion Breakfast at the Waldorf Astoria i

The transcript discusses the influence of cinema on society and the church's encouragement of film development for noble purposes. It highlights the Legion's role in promoting decency and clarifies misconceptions about its mission. Pope Pius 11's vision for cinema is emphasized, focusing on advancing cinema towards aesthetic significance and creating classic masterpieces.

What does Pope Pius 11 state about the cinema in his encyclical?

What significance does the text attribute to classic masterpieces in cinema?