Emma Smith: My Story


1h 35m 2008

Brief Synopsis

Emma Smith is the wife of the Prophet Joseph Smith, founder of the Mormon faith. Near the end of Emma's life in 1879, her adopted daughter, Julia Murdock Smith, returns home and shares several hardships she has had. Emma relates to Julia some of her own life's experiences to give her a different per

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Drama
Period
Religion
Release Date
2008

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 35m

Synopsis

Emma Smith is the wife of the Prophet Joseph Smith, founder of the Mormon faith. Near the end of Emma's life in 1879, her adopted daughter, Julia Murdock Smith, returns home and shares several hardships she has had. Emma relates to Julia some of her own life's experiences to give her a different perspective and illustrate the importance of maintaining faith amid such trials. She recounts experiences ranging from her childhood with a father that was very strict and who forbade praying in the home, to her courtship and marriage to Joseph Smith, and the challenges she faced in being the wife of the Prophet.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Drama
Period
Religion
Release Date
2008

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 35m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Limited Release in United States April 11, 2008

Released in United States Spring April 11, 2008

Limited Release in United States April 11, 2008

Released in United States Spring April 11, 2008