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The film was adapted by Nunnally Johnson, directed by John M. Stahl, and produced by Joseph L. Mankiewicz. It stars Gregory Peck, Thomas Mitchell, and Vincent Price, and tells the story of the trials and tribulations of a Roman Catholic priest who goes to China to evangelise.
- $3 million
- December 15, 1944
- Joseph L. Mankiewicz
- Alfred Newman
The Keys of the Kingdom is a 1941 novel by A. J. Cronin. Spanning six decades, it tells the story of Father Francis Chisholm, an unconventional Scottish Catholic priest who struggles to establish a mission in China.
- A. J. Cronin
- 344
- 1941
- 1941
Jan 4, 2022 · Jesus gave the apostles the keys of the kingdom of heaven, meaning the authority to open or close the doors to salvation. The keys are based on the gospel message and the Holy Spirit's work in people's hearts.
Apr 15, 2015 · The Keys of the Kingdom Kindle Edition. by AJ Cronin (Author) Format: Kindle Edition. 4.6 432 ratings. See all formats and editions. AJ Cronin’s inspiring novel of a controversial Scottish priest on a mission in China, where he learns the true meaning of humanity—and of faith.
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Recognized as A. J. Cronin’s best novel, The Keys of the Kingdom is an enthralling, fast-moving, colorful tale of a deeply spiritual man called to do good in an imperfect world. Genres Fiction Historical Fiction Classics China Religion Catholic British Literature. ...more. 480 pages, Paperback. First published January 1, 1941.
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A young priest, Father Chisholm is sent to China to establish a Catholic parish among the non-Christian Chinese. While his boyhood friend, also a priest, flourishes in his calling as a priest in a more Christian area of the world, Father Chisholm struggles. He encounters hostility, isolation, disease, poverty and a variety of set backs which ...
1944. Approved. 2h 17m. IMDb RATING. 7.2 /10. 3.1K. YOUR RATING. Rate. Play trailer 3:19. 1 Video. 29 Photos. Drama War. A young priest is sent to China to establish a Catholic parish. Director. John M. Stahl. Writers. Joseph L. Mankiewicz. Nunnally Johnson. A.J. Cronin. Stars. Gregory Peck. Thomas Mitchell. Vincent Price.
