(1943) - Bernadette

: The film is based on the 1841 novel by Franz Werfel . Werfel, a Jewish writer, made a vow to write the story while hiding from the Nazi Gestapo in Lourdes during his flight from occupied Europe.

Set in 1858 in Lourdes, France, the story follows 14-year-old Bernadette, who experiences 18 visions of a "beautiful lady" in a local grotto. The Song of Bernadette (1943) - IMDb Bernadette (1943)

: Composed by Alfred Newman , the score is considered one of his finest works. It utilized an 80-piece symphony and multiple choirs, incorporating research into Gregorian chants and traditional French songs. 2. Narrative Summary : The film is based on the 1841 novel by Franz Werfel

: Directed by Henry King with a screenplay by George Seaton . a Jewish writer