James F. Collier Movies
- 1991
- PG
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Julia Nickson (then billed as Julia Nickson-Soul) stars as Nora Lamm, whose childhood was rent asunder when the Japanese invaded Shanghai at the outset of World War II. Recalling these horrific times, Nora remembers the cloistered pre-invasion existence she enjoyed thanks to the prominence of her physician father (played by James Shigeta). The deprivations she experienced at the hands of the invaders are compounded when postwar China is taken over by the Communists. In the early 1960s, Nora escapes to Hong Kong, where she works tirelessly on behalf of basic human rights for those still trapped on the Mainland. China Cry is based on the autobiography by Sung Neng Yee. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Julia Nickson, Russell Wong, (more)
- 1987
A veteran supporting cast graces the inspirational Beyond the Next Mountain. The story follows what happens when the Christian gospel of John finds its way to one of the most violent tribes in India and changes its leaders from bellicose warriors to Christ-loving pacifists. One of the converts, Rochunga Pudaite, is so moved and changed inside that he launches the 'Bibles for the World' organization, so that others can hear the gospel as well. Jon Lormer, Edward Ashley and Barry Foster are among the familiar faces in the cast. James F. Collier (Joni), a veteran helmer of Christian cinema, directs. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide
- 1987
- PG13
An East Indian evangelist journeys to Amsterdam and helps a junkie to find salvation in this religious tract produced by World Wide Pictures, Billy Graham's film production company. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- John Shepherd, Amerjit Deu, (more)
- 1985
- PG
The Billy Graham Ministry is behind this pro-Christian propaganda film that centers on an emotional kayaking trip between a father and a son. The father has taken his boy into the deep Alaskan wilderness to tell him that he is divorcing the boy's mother, who is pregnant and waiting for them back home. While on the trip, the father and son get involved in a potentially fatal accident. Fortunately, an enigmatic mountain man appears to save them. Later he helps the troubled twosome find hope and salvation through God. Meanwhile, the wife, also finds a new life through old-time religion and happiness ensues all around. Billy Graham himself appears to deliver a special message. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Wes Parker, Rita Walter, (more)
- 1983
- PG
In this conservative drama, a family begins to fall apart after each member succumbs to the many temptations of modern life. They are only saved by turning back to their church. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
- 1979
In 1967, Joni Eareckson Tada broke her spinal cord in a diving accident, and at the tender age of 17 she was consigned to a wheelchair for life. This biographical drama (based on her book) is about her courage in adjusting to the results of the accident. At first, Tada suffered through several operations and long rehabilitation sessions, but nothing was able to bring back the use of her arms and legs. After she goes home to her family in Maryland, she starts to draw and paint by holding the brush in her mouth. This creative outlet, combined with her spunk and a growing religious faith, not only brings her through her darkest moments, but points the way toward a future career and mission. ~ Eleanor Mannikka, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Joni Eareckson, Bert Remsen, (more)
Produced by Billy Graham's Evangelistic Association and based on an autobiographical novel by Corrie Ten Boom, The Hiding Place is an account of a Dutch family who risk their lives by offering a safe haven for Jews during World War II. ~ Jason Ankeny, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Julie Harris, Eileen Heckart, (more)
- 1974
- PG
The protagonist is young runaway Barbara Sigel (a Golden Globe nominee for her performance in this film), who has a mad-on against the world. Refusing help from anyone over 30, the runaway likewise rejects the solace of the church. This generation gap can only be closed by total and willing acceptance of God and Jesus Christ. Randall Carver and Ed Nelson head the supporting cast, while Rev. Billy Graham makes a brief appearance as himself. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1973
Filmed on location in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, The Going Up of David Lev is a dramatized salute to the 25th anniversary of the state of Israel. Courtship of Eddie's Father star Brandon Cruz portrays a young Jewish boy searching for the truth behind the death of his father. He is aided in his quest by a friendly cabdriver, played by Fiddler on the Roof's Topol. Melvyn Douglas and Claire Bloom costar in this warmhearted celebration of liberty, which offers as highlights two songs performed by the ebullient Topol. The Going Up of David Lev was telecast over the ABC network on April 25, 1973. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1972
This documentary examines U.S. black/white relations from the perspective of marriage and sexuality. In particular, it explores the experiences of the black musician and civil-rights worker Jim Collier, who is married to a white woman. Featuring interviews with Collier and others, complex issues of racism are viewed from the point of view of black men vis-a-vis white women. ~ Clarke Fountain, All Movie Guide
- 1968
Jamie Hopkins (Cliff Richard) is a wayward young man who lives with his mother and steals drugs from the doctor's office where she works. His similarly unscrupulous girlfriend Carol (Ann Holloway) lives gleefully in her similarly amoral life until she is converted to Christianity when she attends a traveling religious crusade led by evangelist Billy Graham (himself). Carol's life is changed as a result of her conversion, and she attempts to show her wayward boyfriend the light. Jamie is eventually prepared to change his lowdown ways in this predictable, overly simple story of spiritual redemption and religious piety. Pop singer Richard delivers three songs as well as starring as the principle character in the film. ~ Dan Pavlides, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Cliff Richard, Dora Bryan, (more)
- 1966
No relation to the 1977 Barbra Streisand vehicle of the same name, the independent 1966 film For Pete's Sake top-bills none other than evangelist Billy Graham. This well-intentioned effort concerns a gas-station attendant (Robert Sampson), his wife (Pippa Scott) and son (Johnny Jensen). Barely eking out a living, the attendant must endure harassment from a local motorcycle gang. After attending a Billy Graham revival meeting, the attendant and his family decide to apply their new found religiosity in dealing with the nasty cyclists. A remarkably stellar cast -- including Sam Groom, Al Freeman Jr. and Terri Garr -- do their best to lend credibility to this farfetched fable. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1965
In this religious movie, a married pair of television writers begin researching a script on restless teenagers and end up as born-again Christians. Meanwhile their own adolescent son runs away with a pregnant teen who is looking for the child's father. When she cannot, she tries to kill herself. Later, the son goes to a Billy Graham crusade with his dad, and he too is saved. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
