Gates to Paradise
Originally released in 1968. Gates to Paradise is a history/drama film. directed by Andrzej Wajda. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lionel Stander, John Fordyce, and Mathieu Carrière
Synopsis
In 1212, a Children's Crusade is launched after a young shepherd, Jacques de Cloyes, claims to have had a vision in which it is said that the innocence of children would be able to liberate Jerusalem. A monk, returning from Holy Land, joins the crusade and hears the children's confessions, gradually realizing that most of them are taking part not for religious, but for more worldly reasons, like rejected love and hopes for freedom, the true nature of their enthusiasm is homosexual. In fact, if the children follow Jacques, it is more for romantic than religious reasons. They take literally the famous phrase: “Love one another”.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 31, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Top Cast
Lionel Stander
as The Monk
John Fordyce
as Jacques de Cloyes
Mathieu Carrière
as Alexis Melissen
Ferdy Mayne
as Count Ludovic de Vendôme
Pauline Challoner
as Blanche
Jenny Agutter
as Maud de Cloyes
Denis Gilmore
as Robert
Kynaston Reeves
as The Prior
Janez Vrhovec
as François
Dragomir Felba
as Crusader 1
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Avala Film
- Jointex Films Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates to Paradise about?
In 1212, a Children's Crusade is launched after a young shepherd, Jacques de Cloyes, claims to have had a vision in which it is said that the innocence of children would be able to liberate Jerusal...
Who directed Gates to Paradise?
Gates to Paradise was directed by Andrzej Wajda.
How long is Gates to Paradise?
Gates to Paradise has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Gates to Paradise released?
Gates to Paradise was released on May 31, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gates to Paradise?
The main cast of Gates to Paradise includes Lionel Stander, John Fordyce, Mathieu Carrière, Ferdy Mayne, Pauline Challoner.