American Prophet: The Story of Joseph Smith (Narrated by Gregory Peck)

Joseph Smith, founder and first prophet of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, is featured in American Prophet: The Story of Joseph Smith, which profiles the life and times of the religious figure. Brought to video by PBS, this documentary speaks to the masses about the god-fearing influence that this verge-of-discovery preacher had on early 19th century puritans. Narrated by Academy Award winner Gregory Peck, this tape explores Smith's beliefs and his spiritual leadership that would eventually lay the cornerstone that the Mormon Church was built upon. Millions of people around the world know of him. Yet this frontier prophet of the early 1800's found litte honor and eventual martyrdom at the hands of an angry mob in his own country. Who was this Joseph Smith and what was it about his remarkable life story which inspired such impassioned rancor or unflinching reverence? Join Gregory Peck for a fascinating look at his oft-misunderstood American legend.

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Genres: Biographies and Memoirs on DVD, Church History on DVD, Documentary on DVD, Educational on DVD, History on DVD, Inspirational on DVD, Television on DVD