Alf Goes to Work
“Faith at Work in a Changing World”
Synopsis
Produced in 1960 by The United Church of Canada and The National Council of Churches of Christ (U.S.A.), Alf Goes to Work is a black-and-white documentary narrated by Bernard Braden, with music by John Hotchkis and The Goldsbrough Orchestra. The film follows Rev. George MacLeod’s founding of the Iona Community in Scotland and Canon Ernest Southcott’s parish work in Leeds, exploring faith, labor, and the role of the church in modern industrial life.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert W. Newnham
- Original Title
- Alf Goes to Work
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 47m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert W. Newnham
Raymond Kinsey
Department Leadership Roster
Robert W. Newnham
Director
Raymond Kinsey
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alf Goes to Work
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What is Alf Goes to Work about?
Produced in 1960 by The United Church of Canada and The National Council of Churches of Christ (U.S.A.), Alf Goes to Work is a black-and-white documentary narrated by Bernard Braden, with music by John Hotchkis and The Goldsbrough Orchestra. The film follows Rev. George MacLeod’s founding of the Iona Community in Scotland and Canon Ernest Southcott’s parish work in Leeds, exploring faith, labor, and the role of the church in modern industrial life.
Who directed Alf Goes to Work?
Alf Goes to Work was directed by Robert W. Newnham.
Who stars in Alf Goes to Work?
The principal cast of Alf Goes to Work includes Bernard Braden.
When was Alf Goes to Work released and how long is it?
Alf Goes to Work was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 47m.