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St. Patrick: The Irish Legend (2000)

St. Patrick: The Irish Legend (2000)

Drama Adventure Fantasy History TV Movie
Release Date: 2000, March 12
Directors: Robert Hughes
Countries: United Kingdom
Production: Fox Family Channel, Sharpmist III Ltd.
Cast: Ned Dennehy, Malcolm McDowell, Niall O'Brien, Susannah York, James Flynn, Adam Goodwin, Stephen Brennan, Sean McDonagh, Alan Bates, Chris McHallem, Pat McGrath, Patrick Bergin

Overview:

A young Christian boy attends a druid worship that is attacked by invading Irish tribes. Taken captive, he is taken back to Ireland to become a slave. Enduring many hardships, he finds comfort and eventually salvation in his faith. After several years, he escapes back to England, where he joins a convent to prove his faith. His greatest desire is to return to Ireland to convert the Irish to Christianity. Years later, he is given the opportunity. Upon setting foot on the Irish soil, all snakes are aitomatically driven from the land. He then overcomes many obstacles, including disagreements with the British Cardinal (Malcolm McDowell), to fulfill his destiny and ultimately being given Sainthood.

Keywords:

christianity ireland 5th century saint