# The Bells of St. Mary's (1945)

> A charming priest and determined nun unite to rescue their threatened Catholic school despite clashing over how best to guide its children.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/20351

## Facts

- Runtime: 126 min
- Genres: Drama, Comedy
- Director: Leo McCarey
- Cast: Bing Crosby, Ingrid Bergman, Henry Travers, William Gargan, Ruth Donnelly, Joan Carroll, Martha Sleeper, Rhys Williams
- TMDB rating: 6.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0037536/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: gentle, sentimental, lighthearted, family viewing, holiday viewing

## Synopsis

A heartwarming tale of faith and perseverance in a struggling school.

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