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      Condemned to Life

      1962 1h 30m Drama List
      Reviews Ruth Harris (Lynn Taylor) is badly injured in a boating accident and, according to her doctor (Patrick McGoohan), only a blood transfusion can save her. But Ruth's father, John (Michael Craig), is strictly religious and will not allow the transfusion. When Ruth dies, John is arrested for manslaughter, and his wife (Janet Munro) leaves him. With the help of his lawyer (Michael Bryant), John must come to terms with his religious beliefs and the death of his daughter. Read More Read Less

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      Roberta M "Walk in the Shadow," "Condemned to Life," and "Life for Ruth" are different names for the same movie. After an accident in the nearby sea, Ruth's parents cannot agree on whether or not to save her life, due to differing religious convictions. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/12/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis Ruth Harris (Lynn Taylor) is badly injured in a boating accident and, according to her doctor (Patrick McGoohan), only a blood transfusion can save her. But Ruth's father, John (Michael Craig), is strictly religious and will not allow the transfusion. When Ruth dies, John is arrested for manslaughter, and his wife (Janet Munro) leaves him. With the help of his lawyer (Michael Bryant), John must come to terms with his religious beliefs and the death of his daughter.
      Director
      Basil Dearden
      Genre
      Drama
      Original Language
      English
      Runtime
      1h 30m