The Miraculous Story Behind the Film 'The Miracle'

🎥The film 'The Miracle' was a vehicle designed to showcase Anna Magnani's acting talents and was directed by Roberto Rossellini.

🌊The film was shot on the Amalfi Coast and depicted a woman who believed she was chosen by God.

🤯The film faced controversy and censorship due to its portrayal of religious themes and beliefs.

⛪Cardinal Spellman and the Legion of Decency condemned the film as blasphemous and urged Catholics to boycott it.

🎭The controversy surrounding the film was amplified by the personal scandals of Roberto Rossellini and Ingrid Bergman.

Who were the main characters involved in the making of 'The Miracle'?

—The main characters involved were Roberto Rossellini, Anna Magnani, and Federico Fellini.

Where was the film shot?

—The film was shot on the Amalfi Coast.

Why did 'The Miracle' face controversy and censorship?

—'The Miracle' faced controversy and censorship due to its portrayal of religious themes and beliefs.

Who condemned the film and called for a boycott?

—Cardinal Spellman and the Legion of Decency condemned the film as blasphemous and urged Catholics to boycott it.

What personal scandals were associated with Roberto Rossellini and Ingrid Bergman?

—Roberto Rossellini and Ingrid Bergman were involved in an affair and Bergman became pregnant with Rossellini's child.

00:00Intro and sponsorship

00:15Introduction to the film 'The Miracle' and its main characters

02:06Controversy and censorship surrounding the film

06:45Cardinal Spellman's denouncement and call for a boycott

09:19Impact of the personal scandals of Roberto Rossellini and Ingrid Bergman on the film