The Prodigal

The Prodigal

He walked away from his family...their lifestyle...their God.

PG 1983 · 106 min · ★ 8.3 · Drama

They were a family torn apart by redemption...kept apart by pride...but brought together by a miracle.

Directed by James F. Collier · Written by James F. Collier

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