Peter Ustinov argues with God for 90 minutes and somehow makes theology slap.
The Angel of God and an ordinary shepherd named Gideon debate obedience versus disobedience to God.
Acting
Ustinov's wounded, stubborn humanity vs Ferrer's celestial smugness.
Writing
Witty theological banter that actually respects intelligence.
Director
George Schaefer
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Adapted from a 1961 Broadway play by Paddy Chayefsky, with Ustinov reprising his stage role.
This aired on NBC in 1971 when TV movies routinely tackled religious doubt—imagine that now.
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