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A Mighty Epic Of Modern Morals!Plot:
An atheist accidentally shoots his Baptist wife. She dies and goes to a crossroads, where the devil tries to lead her astray. full summary | add synopsisAwards:
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A newly baptized young black woman in the rural American South is accidentally shot by her husband and undergoes a challenging journey to salvation. moreCast
(Complete credited cast)| Cathryn Caviness | ... | Sister Martha Ann Jackson | |
| Spencer Williams | ... | Razz Jackson | |
| Juanita Riley | ... | Sister Jenkins | |
| Reather Hardeman | ... | Sister Ellerby | |
| Rogenia Goldthwaite | ... | The Angel | |
| James B. Jones | ... | Satan (as Jas. B. Jones) | |
| Frank H. McClennan | ... | Judas Green | |
| Eddie DeBase | ... | Rufus Brown (as Eddie De Base) | |
| Alva Fuller | ... | Luke Williams | |
| Rev. R.L. Robertson | |||
| The Heavenly Choir | ... | Group Singers |
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Dallas, Texas, USAFun Stuff
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BLOOD OF Jesus must be judged within its own very special context, and not by current commercial cinematic standards. In its own context, BLOOD OF Jesus is not only an important cultural document but a compelling and great film. Yes, its production values seem crude and its performances rudimentary, though wholly sincere; it must be remembered that the budget was of necessity very low and that the actors had little experience or access to theatrical training).
But the artistry of the director, Spencer Williams, shouldn't be underestimated: his sophisticated layering of symbols and imagery (from Protestant, Catholic, and Yoruba religious tradition) and his priceless snapshot of African-American life and culture at a crucial juncture is not just eye-opening but enjoyable. And the music is authentic and first-rate.