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John Wycliffe: The Morning Star

John Wycliffe: The Morning Star

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Status

Released

Release Date

Jan 1, 1984

Runtime

1h 15m

Genres

Drama, History

User Score

100%

Original Title

John Wycliffe: The Morning Star

Director

Tony Tew

Description

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.