Public Domain Movies | The Blood of Jesus
"The Blood of Jesus" follows the story of Martha (Cathryn Caviness), an African American woman living in a rural Southern community. The narrative unfolds as Martha, while visiting a riverbank with her husband Ras (Spencer Williams), is accidentally shot by a carelessly handled rifle.
As Martha hovers between life and death, her soul is caught in a spiritual struggle between angels and demons, each vying for control over her destiny. An angel (Rogenia Goldthwaite) leads Martha through a series of moral and spiritual challenges, presenting scenarios that test her faith and virtue.
Throughout these trials, the film explores themes of sin, redemption, and the transformative power of religious faith. Martha encounters individuals from different walks of life, each facing their own moral dilemmas. The choices made by these characters impact Martha's journey and highlight the film's central message about the eternal consequences of one's actions (1941).
Director: Spencer Williams
Stars: Cathryn Caviness, Spencer Williams, Juanita Riley
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