Gates to Paradise
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”.
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FILM OF THE DAY: Gates to Paradise (1968)
Type: Featurette • Published 2021-06-19
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Lionel Stander
The Monk
John Fordyce
Jacques de Cloyes
Mathieu Carrière
Alexis Melissen
Ferdy Mayne
Count Ludovic de Vendôme
Pauline Challoner
Blanche
Jenny Agutter
Maud de Cloyes
Denis Gilmore
Robert
Kynaston Reeves
The Prior
Janez Vrhovec
François
Dragomir Felba
Crusader 1
Gojko Kovačević
Crusader 2
Ljubomir Radović
Crusader 3
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrzej Wajda
- Screenplay & Story
- Jerzy Andrzejewski, Donald Howarth
- Original Score
- Ward Swingle
- Original Title
- Gates to Paradise
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Yugoslavia
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Avala Film, Jointex Films Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrzej Wajda
Jerzy Andrzejewski, Donald Howarth
Ward Swingle
Mieczysław Jahoda
Sam Waynberg
Department Leadership Roster
Andrzej Wajda
Director
Sam Waynberg
Producer
Ewa Starowieyska
Costume Design
Miomir Denić
Production Design
Ward Swingle
Original Music Composer
Mieczysław Jahoda
Director of Photography
Donald Howarth
Writer
Jerzy Andrzejewski
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gates to Paradise
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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 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”.
Who directed Gates to Paradise?
Gates to Paradise was directed by Andrzej Wajda.
Who stars in Gates to Paradise?
The principal cast of Gates to Paradise includes Lionel Stander, John Fordyce, Mathieu Carrière, Ferdy Mayne, Pauline Challoner.
When was Gates to Paradise released and how long is it?
Gates to Paradise was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Gates to Paradise?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gates to Paradise was composed by Ward Swingle.
Is Gates to Paradise based on a book or true story?
Gates to Paradise is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jerzy Andrzejewski".