Gregory Peck & Vincent Price in "The Keys Of The Kingdom" (1944) - w/Roddy McDowall & James Gleason
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Father Francis Chisholm (Gregory Peck) is visited in his old age by Monsignor Sleeth (Sir Cedric Hardwicke) at his fictional Scottish parish of Tynecastle in Tweedside. The Monsignor informs Francis that the Bishop thinks it would be better if he retires. Father Francis' journal recounts his story from 1878 in flashback.
Francis' father, Alec Chisholm (Dennis Hoey), was beaten by an anti-Catholic mob. After, he and Francis' mother (Ruth Nelson) both die in a bridge collapse. Young Francis (Roddy McDowall) is raised by his Aunt Polly (Edith Barrett) until he leaves for the seminary with Anselm "Angus" Mealey (Vincent Price). Francis, still in love with Nora (Peggy Ann Garner), a girl from his home town, learns the had a child out of wedlock with another man. She dies, giving birth to a daughter, Judy.
Bishop Hamish McNabb (Edmund Gwenn) suggests that Francis volunteer for the missions in China. Francis accepts, and arrives in Pai-tan, China to find that the mission has been destroyed by floods.
A young Christian Chinese, Joseph (Benson Fong), offers to help rebuild the church, and Francis is humbled by the man's Christian spirit. They create the St Andrews Christian Mission.
Francis receives a shipment of medical supplies from his childhood friend, Dr. William (Willie) Tulloch (Thomas Mitchell). An old woman comes with her granddaughter and asks that Francis care for the child when she, the old woman, dies.
Francis is summoned by Mr. Pao (Philip Ahn), Envoy for local official Mr. Chia (Leonard Strong), to cure Chia's only son of an infection. Francis saves the boy. Chia donates land and laborers to rebuild the mission. Three nuns arrive and set up further Christian provisions. The Reverend Mother Maria-Veronica (Rose Stradner, as Rosa Stradner), a cold woman born into nobility, causes friction with Francis.
Two years later, Willie visits from Scotland and is able to create a makeshift hospital. The mission is destroyed along with much of the town in a series of fires caused by imperial troops battling republican forces. Willie is fatally shot and dies in Francis' care.
Later, Angus arrives as part of a review of missionary sites. He tells Francis that Bishop McNabb is dead.
Ten years pass. Francis goes to Pai-tan to visit a new Protestant mission Methodist Church, run by rival American Rev. Dr. Wilbur Fiske (James Gleason) and his wife, Agnes Fiske (Agnes Fiske).
Years pass. Francis reaches retirement age and two young priests come to replace him. Francis plans to look after Judy's son, Andrew (Georgie Nokes), when he goes back to Scotland. On his final day the townspeople line the street as Francis drives through in an open top car. Francis blesses the crowd.
The flashback ends, and Monsignor Sleeth admits that he won't be telling the Bishop anything is amiss at Francis' parish, leaving him free to continue serving his parish, and raising Judy's orphaned son, Andrew. They get their fishing rods and head off.
A 1944 American missionary war drama film directed by John M. Stahl, produced by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, screenplay by Mankiewicz and Nunnally Johnson, based on A. J. Cronin's novel "The Keys of the Kingdom" (1941), cinematography by Arthur C. Miller, starring Gregory Peck, Thomas Mitchell, Vincent Price, Rose Stradner, Edmund Gwenn, Benson Fong, Roddy McDowall, Sir Cedric Hardwicke, Dennis Hoey, Ruth Nelson, Edith Barrett, Peggy Ann Garner, Jane Ball, James Gleason, Anne Revere, Benson Fong, and Si-Lan Chen.
Rose Stradner was the wife of Joseph L. Mankiewicz.
Alfred Hitchcock liked the novel and hoped to direct it, but opted to direct "Lifeboat" (1944).
Variety called this a "cavalcade of a priest's life, played excellently by Gregory Peck."
The film was nominated for Academy Awards in the following categories:
Best Actor in a Leading Role (Gregory Peck)
Best Art Direction-Interior Decoration, Black-and-White (James Basevi, William S. Darling, Thomas Little, and Frank E. Hughes)
Best Cinematography, Black-and-White (Arthur C. Miller)
Best Music, Scoring of a Dramatic or Comedy Picture (Alfred Newman)
Alfred Newman incorporated Irish and Chinese elements into the score.
In a 2010 review, film critic Jay Carr wrote: "Again and again, one is impressed by the depth of talent on studio rosters of the time, in this case 20th Century-Fox. Not just Gwenn, Mitchell, Hardwicke, and Price, but James Gleason, Roddy McDowall (Chisholm as a boy), Peggy Ann Garner, Anne Revere and Benson Fong dot the cast list in this solidly crafted film - measured, stately, patient, never loud or pounding (except when the mission is caught in a war between imperial and nascent republican troops, and Father Chisholm briefly takes up arms!). It would have to be because it's essentially a film about interiority translated into service, a film of cumulative increments...The bottom line is that The Keys of the Kingdom and Peck convince us they're about a man in a cassock spending his life trying to do the right thing."
One of the best performances of Sir Gregory Peck...really a classic one...thanks for uploading❤
Excellent. Who is General Wade? What year was this Chinese War? 1920s
One of the Best movies I’ve watched in ages❤ this is what our world is lacking today. Gregory Peck did a fantastic job of acting as always.
Really enjoyed this film. Love Gregory Peck !
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I can relate to that, amen….👍❤️🙏🏼
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God keep you and to Him belongs the glory.
It would bring a tear to a glass eye. A classic .Brilliant. Thank you.
How I enjoyed this movie! As a Protestant, it was heartwarming & encouraging to hear the tolerance of the priest, which Gregory Peck played……..he was/is RIGHT!! ……no matter WHICH denomination/ religion we each belong to! This movie truly was scriptural.🙏💜 Jesus saves, with mercy & grace…….John 3:16 is true 🥀
If you are a real Christian, it does not bother Cacholic's or Protestant's.
One of Gregory Peck Best !
Truly beautiful and uplifting
Wonderful movie, so well acted. This story of Father Francis Chisholm shows just how good people could be in a world where it seems an impossibility. We can but hope there will come day when........
This truly is an excellent and endearing movie with an excellent cast of actors. I remember seeing it for the first time in my early teens on the Bill Kennedy t.v. show that was produced in Windsor, Ontario and seen by Metro-Detroit viewers. ❤❤❤😂
Gregory Peck was a fantastic actor and a treat to watch. You can't go wrong with one of his movies.
Wonderful movie and Gregory peck has given his very Best to this movie... And Vincent price acting as a priest 😮 that's unbelievable ????
Usually he does the villains part 😮
Thank yousoo much for uploading this movie😊
A splendid story, exceptional film. How The Church needs 1,000s of St. Francis of Assisi-like priests as Fr. Chisolm. A bonnie good pastor of souls and disciple of Jesus Christ was he!
Roddy McDowell a small boy.
I love gregory peck
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Gregg's. Feeling Peckish Gregory ? Man shall not live by bread alone. But by every word that comes from the mouth of God. Meditations of Thee. Chihuahua said Geordie .😊
As delightful and charming as this movie is, and as it captures the Catholic Church’s traditions very well, still unfortunately both the movie and Catholic Church falters on the Main Character of all our lives- the Lord Jesus Christ, my Savior and Lord. Not to be harsh in my comments, but rather to lift high the Name that is above every other name- King of Kings and Lord of Lords. The Catholic Church has relegated Jesus to mere side note. When He is mentioned, He is referred to in a generic term as in Lord or God. At the Name of Jesus Christ every knee shall bow and every tongue confess that He is Lord over all. Following this, it was also sad to see the rich Chinese man, who gave the land to build the building for the church, be denied an opportunity to hear what the Gospel of Jesus Christ really is. Sure, the rich man is not worthy to become a Christian. Truth be told, no one is worthy, but rather every Christian must first become a sinner first before becoming a born again Christian. The missionary priest Chisholm has the opportunity to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ but failed to do so, thus allowing the rich Chinese man to die in his sins and suffer for eternity in Hell.
Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
11 For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.
12 For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.
13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?
15 And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!
16 But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Esaias saith, Lord, who hath believed our report?
17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
When Jesus is mentioned in the Catholic Church, He is a footnote to the Eucharist and mostly to emphasize His suffering and death on the cross. His burial and triumphant resurrection is mentioned as a mere afterthought instead of being the central teaching of the Bible and His Body, the Church, the Bride of Christ.
Well said thank you AMEN 🛐🥰💝
Rev Mother is a bit harsh. but Angus is a bit of a show off.
Why watch the movie? The entire story is in the description 🤦🏻♀️
He was never knighted He's an American.
American Royalty 🌹
That's better.
The irony is that they were led away by a Catholic priest rebel
Really enjoyed this film. Love Gregory Peck !
The script, acting cinematography and direction are all top-notch!
I really and truly did enjoy this movie. All Gregory Peck movies are great, a man that was made for the screen. G. Peck and a few actors, became my favorite, I try my best not to miss a movie with them. All the great actors of yesterday, have gone to the great beyond. All we are left with is memories.
The 'Million Pound Note' watched this 3 times
Tremendous movie. Gregory Peck at his best.
While the world was still at War. Millions of people dying. Suffering. But USA made films as normal
One of the best movies Peck was in. The other is when again as a Msgr in the Vatican how he saved Jews from the nazis I think the movie was Scarlet and black or something like that.
Gregory Peck was only 28 when he played the role of this aged priest. He was a remarkable actor in many respects. :) This movie touched my heart.
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I was greatly moved by this show.
It never ceases to amaze me how God uses everything and everyone for his glory.
Lined with tears and laughter....
This is one of the best movies made involving the Catholic church.
Thank you so very much for the upload!🎉
Thank God for UA-cam so that we can see these great old movies!!
Человечный фильм, актёр в роли священника бесподобен, спасибо за загрузку, good movie👍, thanks you very much
Wonderfully done drama within the timeframe of 1944. Sort of a Classic within itself. Well done. Perfect for a slightly wet, Sunday afternoon in a humidly warm, New England Day.
Fit the 'bill' for a simple, good movie to enjoy. Helps me to forget the turmoil of 2024. Thank you.
The best performance of Gregory Peck! Worth to watch ! Thank you!
Which one? He's done a ton of movies. To Kill a Mocking Bird always stands out for me and him as General Douglas MacArthur is another. But I agree, worth watching. Pork Chop Hill and...Look him up.
@@critter3673 "To Kill a Mockingbird" was his greatest role in my opinion. However, I loved every movie he started in. I was very touched by this movie, even though I found his performance too stilted and formal for my taste. It was probably the way it was directed. It was produced in an era when movies dealing with religious matters were handled very carefully so as not to offend any viewers. To me, such movies never felt realistically portrayed.
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First time I have seen this movie, thanks for posting. I was quite moved by it and saddened by our treatment of each other. It is plain to see why God hates pride and arrogance in both "religious" and "non-religious" people.
Another heirloom movie 🎥 about all of Us here on Earth 🌍 are to be servants to each other ❤
Gregory Peck performance in magnificent in that roll🌹🙏🥰 Thanks for sharing such a great movie 🍿
I realy enjoyed. Based on epic story by A.J.C. Cronin titled the same. I have read that book when I was teenager.
Very inspiring story. A study in human difficulty and differences well performed.
Oh I've got to watch this again, maybe it's my ninth or tenth viewing of it. I always find something different to love about it.
Such an extraordinary performance by Gregory Peck so early in his career, and of course the supporting cast is splendid too. I had never seen Rosa Stradner before, and was very impressed with her dignified, moving portrayal of a nun from an aristocratic background struggling to find true humility.
They knew how to make movies of substance without filth or cussing in those days.
❤ Roddy McDowall ❤
OMG! WONDERFUL MOVIE! the 1st time I ever saw this movie! What a true treasure! Our Blessed Savior Jesus Christ said the Greatest Commandment is Love thy Neighbor as thy Self! God Bless each and every one ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
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Preach in church.
Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength and love your neighbor as yourself.
My exact thoughts! What an amazing movie that has the most truest depiction of Catholics and many of our struggles, doubts, and joy. Let All Mighty God have His way!
Greet film I love Gregory Peck!❤❤❤❤🎉😊❤❤
Me too
Thank you very much for this Mr B..
The best and most captivating movie, timeless❤. Watch it continuously to know the end. Thank you.
a tear-jerker...the kindness and love portrayed in GP's character in a life of ministry towards people for the sake of the Word of God, the Gospel, was like seeing a small glimpse of the love and kindness in the ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ Himself during His days on His earth.
..another great classic by significant performers, thank you for hosting this upload for us..!
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Thanks for this upload. I, personally, think this was Gregory Peck’s best role up to this time. It’s always been one of my favorites. So many of his movies contained an important message, and he was always able to communicate it with his impeccable performance(s). This movie is always a blessing every time I see it.
I think this was only his second film and he received an Academy Award nomination. Not bad !
Fabulous movie! Left me with tears of a joyful heart.
Simply splendid!
Well worth the watch and the lessons. Enjoy.
Outstanding.
I'm not crying, you're crying 😢. Great movie.
Thank you for uploading this great movie! 👏🏻🧡
Heart-touching movie! Thanks!
Cruel people made me cry. Beautiful horse. God sees all.
Real religion is love and compassio
❤love this movie
What a great film!
Any movie with the Peckster in it is a good movie and this is a very good movie
I find it curious that as a dedicated agnostic, I find comfort in films like this and The Bells of St. Mary's. I have said many times that the world would be better off without religion, without a god or prophet that people kill in the name of, but I also realize that some people just need a simple explanation for questions that they cannot answer, and religion purports to provide those answers. Even if I disagree with those answers, I realize that without them, most people would live in an unmoored sort of existential terror, and I wouldnt want them to live that way. People deserve peace, in whatever form they can receive it.
This film is so exciting
Love and peace
A beautiful movie! A true reminder of how to live in Christ. It isn't about conversion, but how one lives as an example of Jesus!! I hope I said this correctly... 😊
I appreciate the point when the Mandarin lord offers to get converted and inflence his people get converted priest refuses as can't Convert people in lieu of services rendered! So Mandarin offers his fields to priest. This totally in contrast to India to give some help to people and convert huge masses of people ! Now they own prime land the cost of which exceeds the arms budget of the nation and believe me it's huge😮
What a wonderful movie! Gregory Peck performed superbly! Needless to say, tears flowed from my eyes at the end! ❤️ Loved this movie and thank you for sharing.
Excellent movie!
notice the Sky was different then ?
Thanks Don, much appreciated.
How come we don't have antcatholism only antisemitism??
One of the greatest films ever.
A wonderful movie!
Wow.
I learned that the reason ‘we’ all had similar ‘Anglo’ accent Across ocean was when talkies began the English teachers were all from England.
A lot of actors we assumed British growing up American and Canadian.
It's wonderful to see these great actors in their youth!
25 minutes in. . . too boring. . . fell asleep. (oh, censors, you know what you've been brain-washed into doing!)
Lovely film!
Remarkable movie...Gregory Peck at his best
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1 hour 10 mins 19 sec's :
See those many studio
lights again reflected
in the lamp's glass !
No other source of
light in the schoolroom.😊
Jolly good film : hope you
are enjoying it..😊
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Strangely moving.
2 mins 21 :
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Stop warning FBI
I can't believe that people hated us Catholics so much!!! To this day, n I am 67 yrs old, people STILL are uncomfortable n challenging towards Catholics, as I have seen it first hand!!!! Whatever happened to JESUS law of " love the neighbor as thyself!"
Die gute Filme die nicht auf deutsch sind verstehe ich nicht und ist langweilig .Danke.
I love this movie, for its message. But just can't help to think that he mislead Nora. Women were created to be bonded to a man which he lead her to believe he was to her....even if it was questionable. He left her directionless, a boat without a sail, leaving her to be taken advantage of by an evil do-er
He left her? When? He was in college.
That's it , blame it on some else, very mature.
I love the beginning exactly what the Pope has done today thinking you have the tell a person who has given his life to God and does the teaching of the Catholic Church and most of all the only thing that really matters The Commandments of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ
What an awesome, incredible and powerful movie, loved it. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼.
It isn’t how important you are in life that counts…but only on how you live your life that counts….showing love, compassion, and kindness towards others, giving the dignity and respect which all life deserves (including every living thing upon this planet Earth), no matter what ethnic background they come from. Jesus showed us the way, it is up to us to follow His example. This is what God truly asks of us…..👍👍👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I was raised a Baptist and then a Catholic and after the service and during I became a devil worshipper and doer but returned back doing Bible study with Church of God Church of Christ Seven Day adventist ,,,,,,, ect the one thing I learned from the devil worshippers is that you had to learn the Bible more priest and preachers to the bible against them but one thing growing up i was not very smart i had to know the answer before i worked on a problem this is when I became aware that the devil his angels and devil worshippers and sinners bow down to God before they are thrown into the firey pit forever it is also how I found out the green catechism book is correct and the Catholic Church is the True Church of Jesus Christ (YAHUSHUA) and that the problem is the other religions which all come from the Catholic don't use The Complete Bible the A books which the Douay Rheims Bible has which shows the whole Catholic Church teaching