The Big Fisherman
The Big Fisherman is a 1959 American historical drama film directed by Frank Borzage about the life of Simon Peter, one of the disciples of Jesus. Starring Howard Keel, Susan Kohner and John Saxon, the production is adapted from the 1948 novel, The Big Fisherman (book) by Lloyd C. Douglas. The film was shot at Universal-International studios but released by Buena Vista, the film releasing company of Walt Disney Productions.
Plot
The story traces Peter's journey from self-sufficient fisherman to his dependency on a risen Christ. It also presents another story of redemption and forgiveness, as he takes in a young Arab/Jewish girl, Fara. As they both learn of Jesus, it changes their lives.
More details
| author | Howard Estabrook Rowland V. Lee |
|---|---|
| director | Frank Borzage |
| editor | American Cinema Editors Paul Weatherwax |
| genre | drama historical |
| keywords | herod antipas herodias john the baptist married mixed race teach |
| musicBy | Albert Hay Malotte |
| nomination | Academy Award for Best Art Direction, Color Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Color Academy Award for Best Costume Design, Color |
| producer | Rowland V. Lee |
| productionCompany | Centurion Films, Inc. Rowland V. Lee Production |
| publisher | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures |
| theme | epic |