
For Robbing the Dead is a story of compassion - compassion toward those who may seem the least deserving of Christian love. It follows the story of Henry Heath, a law officer in 1862 Salt Lake City. Heath finds himself responsible for the well-being of a prisoner whom he despises - an impoverished French immigrant named Jean Baptiste who is convicted of robbing the graves of the recently deceased. Baptiste is exiled to Antelope Island in the Great Salt Lake. With no one willi... (Full plot summary below)
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For Robbing the Dead is a story of compassion - compassion toward those who may seem the least deserving of Christian love. It follows the story of Henry Heath, a law officer in 1862 Salt Lake City. Heath finds himself responsible for the well-being of a prisoner whom he despises - an impoverished French immigrant named Jean Baptiste who is convicted of robbing the graves of the recently deceased. Baptiste is exiled to Antelope Island in the Great Salt Lake. With no one willing to look after this man, Henry Heath becomes Baptiste's sole defense against the hostile isolation of Antelope Island and the contempt of an entire community. Through his somewhat reluctant service, Heath's heart softens and his own sorrows find relief.
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| User ReviewSpencer PAt first, I was unsure that I wanted to watch a movie about a man who robs graves. However, I soon realized that the movie was far more than that. This is a beautifully crafted, carefully paced movie about a man who learns to heal his own pain and grief through service to someone who appears to be wholly undeserving of service. The casting for this film was perfect - every character is believable and real. Margot Kidder is a gem, so completely in character that I didn't realize it was her until the closing credits. I can genuinely say that I am glad I watched this film, and hope to see it again. |