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Nov 23, 1999 · A Stranger in the Kingdom: Directed by Jay Craven. With David Lansbury, Ernie Hudson, Martin Sheen, Bill Raymond. A Vermont town in the 1950's hires a new minister based on his war record and capable presentation, but then are shocked when he shows up and is a black man.
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- Drama
- Jay Craven
- 1999-11-23
Jan 1, 2001 · Set in rural northern Vermont in the 1950s, families, friends and strangers become embroiled in a brutal murder trial. A GREAT book for discussion of the 'classic' themes - prejudice, community values, acceptance of strangers and religious hypocrisy. Excellent choice for a book club!
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- Paperback
- Howard Frank Mosher
When a lone drifter is found murdered in the town's environs, the minister is charged with the crime. A young white lawyer, the town's local hero, steps in to defend him and thereby risks his reputation.
- Jay Craven
- David Landsbury
Inspired by true events, A Stranger in the Kingdom tells the story of a small Vermont town where powerful conflicts arise when a black former Army chaplain arrives as the towns new pastor and, before long, finds himself charged with adultery and murder.
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A Vermont town in the 1950s hires a new minister based on his war record, but are shocked, when he shows up, to find that he is black.
Nov 23, 1999 · A Vermont town in the 1950s hires a new minister based on his war record, but are shocked, when he shows up, to find that he is black. Jay Craven. Director.