The Living Christ Series (1951 Coyle), film series

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The Living Christ Series / The Life of Christ (1951) is a series of short films (sound, color, 360m), directed by John T. Coyle.

Abstract

A miniseries of 12 episodes made for distribution to churches. It starts with Cornelius, a Roman Centurion, who arrives in the village of Far-isha in search of Eltheas, a kinsman of the disciple Thomas. There the Centurion tells Eltheas the story of Jesus Christ as he witnessed it himself.

Production

Produced in the United States (1951). The first episode (I Beheld the Man) was released in theaters in 1953; Day of Triumph was released in 1954.

Episodes (12)

  • 1. Holy Night
  • 2. Escape to Egypt
  • 3. Boyhood and Baptism
  • 4. Men of the Wilderness
  • 5. Challenge of Faith
  • 6. Discipleship
  • 7. Return to Nazareth
  • 8. Conflict
  • 9. Fate of John the Baptist
  • 10. Retreat & Decision
  • 11. Triumph & Defeat
  • 12. Crucifixion & Resurrection

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