Temptation of Sainthood

1993•14m

Drama

The story of a man who believed God was changing him into a woman so he could save the world.

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Production

Koninck Studios

Language

Status

Released

Release Date

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Cast

Vernon Dobtcheff

Freud

Barrie Houghton

Schreiber (adult)

Tristan Moriarty

Schreiber (child)

Michael Mellinger

Father

Michelle Wade

Mother

Marc Atkins

Orderly

Gordon Balderston

Orderly

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