The Juggler of Notre Dame

TV Movie
1982
50m

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A modernized, Americanized version of the story of the juggler who performs before the statue of the Virgin Mary.A modernized, Americanized version of the story of the juggler who performs before the statue of the Virgin Mary.A modernized, Americanized version of the story of the juggler who performs before the statue of the Virgin Mary.

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7.0/10

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- 1 win

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Sherilyn Wolter

Beatrice

Henry Proach

Toots

James T. Callahan

Policeman
(as James Callahan)

Jean Le Bouvier

Wealthy Matron

Joel Fluellen

Hank
(as Joel Fluellan)

Eugene Roche

Father Delany
(as Gene Roche)

Melinda Dillon

Dulcy

Merlin Olsen

Jonas

Patrick Collins

Sparrow

Carl Carlsson

Barnaby

Director
- Michael Ray Rhodes
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Connections
References The Little Drummer Boy (1968)

Soundtracks
On the Beautiful Blue Danube (Blue Danube Waltz)
(partial)
Music by Johann Strauss
Played offscreen by orchestra over opening credits and first scene

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This is indeed a very engaging retelling of this classic tale. Carl Carlsson, professional juggler, proves a very competent actor as well. Although filming techniques have advanced greatly since 1984, the approach here is well matched to the mature themes of this story. Shot in California, the modern setting has a "timeless" quality to it that brings home the perennial message of this "play". I don't believe any viewer will fail to be touched profoundly.

I have purchased this in DVD format for a school library, and will probably recommend it for junior high and up. The DVD was released through Gateway Films/Vision Video. Check out www.visionvideo.com.