
The Wizard of Heaven
1949 · Movie · 1h 30m
Overview
The Wizard of Heaven tells the compelling and remarkable story of St. John Marie Baptist Vianney, the humble pastor of Ars, France, who battled with the devil himself, not only for the faith of his parish, but even for that of his country. Starting with the Saint's arrival at Ars, this film brings to life the hardships, indifference, ridicule and opposition he encountered, as well as the zeal with which he strove to overcome them.
Ratings
IMDb
8.2/10
Key crew
- Marcel BlistèneDirector
- René JolivetWriter
- Tony AubinOriginal Music Composer
- Georges DerveauxOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Georges RollinJean-Marie Vianney, the Holy Curé of Ars
- Marie DaëmsCatherine Lassagne
- Dora DollBenoîte
- Alfred AdamSamson
- Claire GérardMs Bibost
- Alexandre RignaultRuffin
- JandelineMs Ruffin
- Léon BelièresMr. Mandy, the mayor of Ars
- Gisèle AlcéeCast
- Roland ArmontelThe sexton
- Johnny ChambotPaul Malray young
- Paul FaivreFather Toccanier
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