A beloved British Christmas classic starring Ralph Richardson, Celia Johnson, and Margaret Leighton, about a country vicar who, one Christmas, discovers that his mindful ministrations to his parishioners have blinded him to his family’s needs.
UK | 1952 | George More O’Ferrall
Little known in the U.S., this beloved British Christmas classic stars Ralph Richardson, Celia Johnson (Brief Encounter), Margaret Leighton, and Denholm Elliott. It’s a moving account of a widowed country vicar who, one Christmas, discovers that his mindful ministrations to his parishioners have blinded him to needs within his own family. From a popular play by Wynyard Browne. “The best Christmas picture…We need this film at Christmas time and always. Straight from the heart to the heart…A masterpiece.” –IMDb member “norise.” Cleveland revival premiere. 80 min.
The Holly and the Ivy, a Cinematheque streaming exclusive, can be viewed online from 12/18 thru 1/7 via the link below. Doing so supports the Cinematheque. Screening fee is $8, and you have five days to watch it.
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The Holly and the Ivy, a Cinematheque streaming exclusive, can be viewed online from 12/18 thru 1/7 via the link below. Doing so supports the Cinematheque. Screening fee is $8, and you have five days to watch it.
2020/12/18 - 2021/01/07
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