A Story of David

A solemn, slow-burning biblical drama of jealousy and loyalty, with tense confrontations and a reflective, earnest mood.

Directed by

Bob McNaught

Genres

Drama

Starring

Jeff Chandler, Peter Arne, Barbara Shelley

Tagline

The Sword That Challenged The Iron Might of Tyranny!

Overview

Directed by Bob McNaught. King Saul of Israel is jealous of the fame and adoration of David, who long ago slew Goliath and brought victory to Saul's armies. Now Saul, egged on by his Edomite counselor Doeg, attempts to have David killed. Saul's son, and David's best friend, Jonathan, conspires to help David, who is reluctant to fight back against his own people the Israelites.

How it feels

Tense, earnest, dark and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Obsession, betrayal, loyalty, power

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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