Bishop of Priverno and Holy See judge who secretly fathers Cesare Costa. He intervenes to save Cesare, defying ecclesiastical authority by delivering a passionate court speech. After severe reprimands from the Pope and the Jesuit General, he breaks his perpetual silence, writes a bitter letter, and ultimately confronts the Order by refusing them communion during Mass when they arrive to arrest him.
Colombo uses his judicial position to advocate for Monti's life.
Colombo is the secret biological father of revolutionary Cesare Costa.
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