The Star of Bethlehem
Synopsis
The Three Wise Men from the East follow the star to Bethlehem, but hostile spirits try to stop them on their journey.
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The Star of Bethlehem (1956) - extract | BFI National ArchiveOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2012-12-14
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 1, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vivian Milroy, Lotte Reiniger
- Screenplay & Story
- James K. Friedrich, Elaine Friedrich
- Original Score
- Peter Gellhorn
- Original Title
- The Star of Bethlehem
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 19m
- Production Studios
- Primrose Film Productions, Cathedral Films, BFI Video, Vision Video, Inc., BFI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vivian Milroy, Lotte Reiniger
James K. Friedrich, Elaine Friedrich
Peter Gellhorn
Reg Spragg
Louis Hagen, Richard Kaplan, Vivian Milroy
Department Leadership Roster
Lotte Reiniger
Production Design
Reg Spragg
Editor
Peter Gellhorn
Original Music Composer
Louis Hagen
Producer
Richard Kaplan
Producer
Vivian Milroy
Director
Vivian Milroy
Producer
Lotte Reiniger
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Star of Bethlehem
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What is The Star of Bethlehem about?
The Three Wise Men from the East follow the star to Bethlehem, but hostile spirits try to stop them on their journey.
Who directed The Star of Bethlehem?
The Star of Bethlehem was directed by Vivian Milroy, Lotte Reiniger.
Who stars in The Star of Bethlehem?
The principal cast of The Star of Bethlehem includes Not specified.
When was The Star of Bethlehem released and how long is it?
The Star of Bethlehem was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 19m.
Who composed the musical score for The Star of Bethlehem?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Star of Bethlehem was composed by Peter Gellhorn.