Born Again (1978)

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Having been imprisoned for his part in the Watergate scandal, Charles Colson undergoes a religious conversion.

Introduction
"Born Again" is an American biographical drama film directed by Irving Rapper and launched in 1978 based on the life of Charles Colson. Colson served as Special Counsel to President Richard Nixon and had been associated with the events that caused the Watergate scandal. This movie delivers a story that distinctly represents both his personal crisis and spiritual redemption process.

Facility
The story reveals the life of Charles Colson, played by Dean Jones, who was a powerful figure serving as Nixon's "hatchet guy." Colson was associated with the duplicitous and unethical activities that resulted in the Watergate scandal, the event which eventually rocked the country and caused Nixon's resignation. The film especially explores his subsequent conviction, imprisonment, and the transformation he experiences while paying his financial obligation to society.

Plot
In the wake of the Watergate scandal, Charles Colson is founded guilty and sentenced to prison for his participation in obstruction of justice. It is at this low point in his life that Colson is handed a copy of "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis in jail. Reading this book causes an extensive change in his life as it sets off a spiritual awakening within him. He embraces Christianity totally.

During this time, Colson experiences alienation from his previous political associates and apprehension from his newfound Christian neighborhood. Regardless of this, his faith continues to deepen and began to show in his actions. In the bleak atmosphere of the prison, Colson transforms his life crisis to a spiritual chance and ultimately discovers his course towards redemption.

Last Outcome
Upon his release from prison, Colson makes a powerful decision that alters his life's instructions. He establishes 'Prison Fellowship', a ministry dedicated to spiritual transformation for jail inmates by using the exact same inspiration that had actually stirred the change in him. The basic intent behind this endeavor was to supply prisoners a second opportunity and hope of becoming law-abiding citizens.

Through his subsequent redemption and relentless devotion towards recently found purpose, Colson ends up being a prominent Evangelical Christian leader. His life takes an extreme turn from being among Nixon's ruthless advisors to a man of God committed to faith-based jail reform, thus making respect and admiration from the people.

Conclusion
"Born Again" deliberately presents a remarkable yet sincere portrayal of a male's journey from political disgrace to spiritual redemption. It explores and visualizes Colson's transformation from a callous and morally compromised political figure to a guy of nobleness and virtue. The movie keenly illustrates the capacity for personal redemption and spiritual revival. It functions as a poignant tale of how faith and difficulty can cause dramatic changes in life, showing it's never far too late to change. Regardless of its political background and elements of intrigue, the film's essence has to do with a male's personal journey and the transformative power of faith. It shines a light on the relevance of spirituality in individual improvement and the resolution of life crises.

Top Cast

  • Dean Jones (small)
    Dean Jones
    Charles W. Colson
  • Anne Francis (small)
    Anne Francis
    Patty Colson
  • Jay Robinson (small)
    Jay Robinson
    David Shapiro
  • Dana Andrews (small)
    Dana Andrews
    Tom Phillips
  • Corey Feldman (small)
    Corey Feldman
    Boy Fisherman #1
  • Raymond St. Jacques (small)
    Raymond St. Jacques
    Jimmy Newsom
  • George Brent (small)
    George Brent
    Judge Gerhard Gesell
  • Harold Hughes
    Sen. Harold Hughes
  • Billy Graham (small)
    Billy Graham
    Rev. Billy Graham
  • Harry Spillman
    President Richard M. Nixon
  • Peter Jurasik (small)
    Peter Jurasik
    Henry Kissinger