
Holy Ghost People
Synopsis
A study on a small Pentecostal congregation in Scrabble Creek, West Virginia. Explores the individual experiences of Pentecostal Christians at the Scrabble Creek Holiness Church, in Scrabble Creek, West Virginia. The documentary includes faith healing, snake handling, speaking in tongues, preaching, gospels and singing. Pentecostal Christians may also be described as "Charismatic." Pentecostals include Protestant Christians who believe that the "manifestations of the Holy Spirit" are alive, available, and experienced by modern day Christians.
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January 1, 1967
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Adair
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Adair
- Original Title
- Holy Ghost People
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Thistle Films, Thistle Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Adair
Peter Adair
Peter Adair
Blair Boyd
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Adair
Director
Peter Adair
Editor
Blair Boyd
Producer
Peter Adair
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Ghost People
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What is Holy Ghost People about?
A study on a small Pentecostal congregation in Scrabble Creek, West Virginia. Explores the individual experiences of Pentecostal Christians at the Scrabble Creek Holiness Church, in Scrabble Creek, West Virginia. The documentary includes faith healing, snake handling, speaking in tongues, preaching, gospels and singing. Pentecostal Christians may also be described as "Charismatic." Pentecostals include Protestant Christians who believe that the "manifestations of the Holy Spirit" are alive, available, and experienced by modern day Christians.
Who directed Holy Ghost People?
Holy Ghost People was directed by Peter Adair.
Who stars in Holy Ghost People?
The principal cast of Holy Ghost People includes Peter Adair, Elza O. Preast, Michael Lanham, Brenda Lanham.
When was Holy Ghost People released and how long is it?
Holy Ghost People was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 53m.



















