This film consists mainly of role playing by major contestants in the Reformation: Luther, Pope Hadrian, Erasmus, Emperor Charles, John Calvin and others. Each put their case quoting statements from their writings. Also includes a dramatisation of the Peasants’ War and contemporary sketches and drawings. Suitable for secondary level.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
322558
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Religion
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Christianity
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Philosophy and religion
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Religion
History → Europe - History - 16th century
History → Historical re-enactments
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)