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The prodigal, M-G-M presents in Cinemascope a Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer picture ; screenplay by Maurice Zimm ; adaptation from the Bible story by Joe Breen, Jr. and Samuel James Larsen ; directed by Richard Thorpe ; produced by Charles Schnee

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The prodigal, M-G-M presents in Cinemascope a Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer picture ; screenplay by Maurice Zimm ; adaptation from the Bible story by Joe Breen, Jr. and Samuel James Larsen ; directed by Richard Thorpe ; produced by Charles Schnee
Language
eng
Characteristic
videorecording
Intended audience
Not rated
Main title
The prodigal
Medium
videorecording
Oclc number
123378039
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M-G-M presents in Cinemascope a Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer picture ; screenplay by Maurice Zimm ; adaptation from the Bible story by Joe Breen, Jr. and Samuel James Larsen ; directed by Richard Thorpe ; produced by Charles Schnee
Runtime
112
Series statement
Cult camp classic
Summary
A young Hebrew named Micah, unsatisfied with his father's rural life, demands his inheritance so he can try his luck in the city. Once in Damascus, he falls under the spell of a beautiful pagan priestess who induces him to squander his money and betray his faith. Only after many trials and tribulations does Micah recover his senses and return home to his forgiving father
Target audience
general
Technique
live action
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