Miracle at Moreaux

Description

In the cold of December 1943, three Jewish children flee Nazi-occupied France and find refuge in a Catholic school run by Sister Gabrielle. At first, the nun's young students are afraid to shelter the refugees from Nazi soldiers who are determined to capture them. But the students come to sympathize with the trio's plight and finally even risk their own lives to protect them. Together, they devise a bold escape plan - but will it carry them to freedom or cost them their lives?

Customer Reviews:

World War II Gem!.......2007-06-27

Miracle at Moreaux is an inspirational film about overcoming prejudice and the persecution of Jews in WWII. It shows how a group of children harbor hatred and fear for Jews based on the teachings of their parents. When three Jewish children attempt to escape Nazi-occupied France, they become stranded at a French Boarding School run by a Catholic Sister. The Sister and her charges hide the Jewish children and help them on their journey. In the process, they learn that Jewish people are no different from themselves. They learn that there is no place for hatred in our world. It is a lovely film that I use each year in my classroom. I feel it is appropriate for 3rd grade and up.

A Hannukah and Christmas Movie.......2007-06-06

This film, set in World War II France, deals with a group of Christian students at a boarding school run by a Catholic nun. While they are preparing for a Christmas pageant that their parents will attend, three Jewish children appear at their school hungry and frightened. These three children need sanctuary from the Nazis. The nun, played by Loretta Swit, runs the school and must deal with the Nazis and the fear the Catholic children have of both the Jews and the Nazis finding out about their presence at the school.

This unwarranted fear of the Jewish children and the real threat from the Nazis are dealt with in this movie. And the film will end before you realize it. This is a small reminder of fear generated by the Nazis in World War II in the areas that they occupied. It teaches a good lesson in doing what is morally correct instead of what is expedient or in ones own self-interest. It is a good film for the whole family. And is a good viewing choice for the Christmas holiday.

a childrens movie.......2005-12-09

I am 24. As a child,I grew up wathing Miracle at Moreaux along with my younger brother. It was a wonderful experience because the movie is very clean and innocent but at the same time captured my attention every time I watched it. It helps people of all ages learn history in a very impactful way. I hova now purchased the movie for my collection and to show to my children in the future.

One of My Holiday Favorites.......1999-11-23

I first saw this movie in high school, and I've never forgotten it. Three Jewish children flee the Nazis and must take refuge at a small Catholic school in France. Strong performances from Loretta Swit and the rest of the cast. A wonderful message about tolerance. Viewers of all faiths will appreciate the beauty of the miracle of Hanuukah. Truly inspiring.

Great film for all, especially during Hannukah and Christmas.......1999-11-03

Heart-warming tale of a French Catholic school who, with the help of their teacher, Sr. Gabriella (Loretta Swit), harbors Jewish children during World War II. Story takes place during Hannukah.

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