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The Wizard of Heaven

The Wizard of Heaven tells the compelling and remarkable story of St. John Marie Baptist Vianney, the humble pastor of Ars, France, who battled with the devil himself, not only for the faith of his parish, but even for that of his country. Starting with the Saint's arrival at Ars, this film brings to life the hardships, indifference, ridicule and opposition he encountered, as well as the zeal with which he strove to overcome them.

Top Cast

  • Georges Rollin

    Georges Rollin

    Jean-Marie Vianney, the Holy Curé of Ars

  • Marie Daëms

    Marie Daëms

    Catherine Lassagne

  • Dora Doll

    Dora Doll

    Benoîte

  • Alfred Adam

    Alfred Adam

    Samson

  • Claire Gérard

    Claire Gérard

    Ms Bibost

  • Alexandre Rignault

    Alexandre Rignault

    Ruffin

  • Jandeline

    Jandeline

    Ms Ruffin

  • Léon Belières

    Léon Belières

    Mr. Mandy, the mayor of Ars

  • Gisèle Alcée

    Gisèle Alcée

Overview

The Wizard of Heaven tells the compelling and remarkable story of St. John Marie Baptist Vianney, the humble pastor of Ars, France, who battled with the devil himself, not only for the faith of his parish, but even for that of his country. Starting with the Saint's arrival at Ars, this film brings to life the hardships, indifference, ridicule and opposition he encountered, as well as the zeal with which he strove to overcome them.

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