The Two Kingdoms
Originally released in 1950. The Two Kingdoms is a drama film. directed by Mauri Goldberg. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring John Alberts, Philip Coolidge, and Mildred Dunnock
Synopsis
Fred Hoffman is an American church volunteer in 1950 postwar Germany serving as a missionary during the Potsdam Agreement, where the thunder of bombs has been followed by the clash of ideas. Upon arrival, Fred encounters and helps a young German boy, Willy, whose family are refugees now living in squalor. Papa Koerner is a former city councilor and member of the Nazi Party who still believes the state should be the source for all authority and that all Germans should not be paying the price for the evils committed by the nazis. Despite the father's ideology, Fred is determined to help his wife Frau Koerner, and his daughter Erika, who mysteriously earns the money necessary to sustain the family. The film demonstrates the ideological crossroads between the kingdom of the state and the Kingdom of God. The cast includes John Alberts, Philip Cooledge, Mildred Dunnock, and Constance Ford in her first film appearance.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Cathedral Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Two Kingdoms about?
Fred Hoffman is an American church volunteer in 1950 postwar Germany serving as a missionary during the Potsdam Agreement, where the thunder of bombs has been followed by the clash of ideas. Upon a...
Who directed The Two Kingdoms?
The Two Kingdoms was directed by Mauri Goldberg.
How long is The Two Kingdoms?
The Two Kingdoms has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).
When was The Two Kingdoms released?
The Two Kingdoms was released on August 19, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Two Kingdoms?
The main cast of The Two Kingdoms includes John Alberts, Philip Coolidge, Mildred Dunnock, David Anderson, Constance Ford.