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Film / 1984
John Wycliffe: The Morning Star
Directed by
Tony Tew
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.
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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.
Cast
Peter HowellDr. John Wycliffe
Barrie CooksonDr. Nicholas Hereford
Jeremy RobertsThrockmorton
Peter J. CassellBatka
Mel ChurcherWycliffe's Niece
Noel HowlettArchbishop Sudbury
Malcolm TerrisSheriff
Martin MatthewsPrisoner
Sebastian AbineriPeasant Husband
Anna LindupPeasant Wife
Keith BuckleyJohn of Gaunt
Colin RussellSquire Newberry
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