The Disappearance of Aimee

The Disappearance of Aimee

NR 1976 · 100 min · ★ 8.7 · Drama, TV Movie, Mystery

In 1926, celebrated evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson mysteriously disappeared. She turned up several weeks later and recounted the details of her kidnapping and escape to authorities. Not everyone believed her, however, and she was accused of having gone away to have an affair with a married man. A court hearing took place to reveal the truth.

Directed by Anthony Harvey · Written by John McGreevey

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