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John Wycliffe: The Morning Star (1984)
Directed by Tony Tew
Overview
This affecting biography chronicles the life and times of prominent European philosopher John Wycliffe, who was the first to translate the Bible into English. The 14th century, Oxford University scholar often found himself caught between opposing theological, political and societal forces: He defended England’s autonomy against the pontiff’s authority and championed the indigent against the wealthy’s abuses.
Length 75 minutes
Actors
Peter Howell | Barrie Cookson | Jeremy Roberts | Peter J. Cassell | Mel Churcher | Noel Howlett | Malcolm Terris | Martin Matthews | Sebastian Abineri | Anna Lindup | Keith Buckley | Colin Russell | Michael Bertenshaw | Robert James | Derek Ware | Steven Finch