Description
In 1946 Loyola University commissioned veteran B-movie filmmaker John T. Coyle to assemble a pool of accomplished Hollywood actors and technicians to produce a series of 16 mini-movies based on Biblical scripture. These inspired films have long been considered lost. Gospel Films Archive has uncovered eight Loyola Films thus far. The Loyola Films Collection is part of the Gospel Films Archive, a multi-volume collection of rare and vintage Christian dramas and documentaries produced throughout the 20th century by independent Christian producers as well as major Hollywood studios. These vintage movies demonstrate how the Christian message was communicated to 20th century audiences through visual media. They also provide a heartwarming nostalgic experience that fans of classic movies will love. Though they are from a bygone era, these films often tackle subjects that remain surprisingly relevant for contemporary audiences.
Boyhood of Jesus — 1947 – Loyola University / 20m — A faithful dramatization of Joseph and Mary, the birth of Jesus, and the first 12 years of Jesus’ life as recorded in the gospels of Luke and Matthew.
The Good Samaritan — 1947 – Loyola University / 27m — An aged Scribe describes to his grandson Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan as recorded in Luke 10.
The Rich Young Man — 1947 - Loyola Films / 25m — The parable of the rich young man as recorded in Mark 10 is told with strong production values and with a familiar cast of veteran actors.
The Unmerciful Servant — 1947 – Loyola Films / 20m — The parable on true forgiveness that teaches because God has forgiven us, we are to forgive each other, is dramatized by a veteran Hollywood cast.