Inspired by a true story, The Father Clements Story is about a black Chicago priest who fights the local Church hierarchy for the right to adopt a son. Confronted with the growing problem of homeless black children, Father George Clements (Louis Gossett Jr) - the unconventional priest of Chicago's Holy Angels Church - asks his parishioners to consider adoption. Meeting only apathy, Clements angrily claims he will adopt. The statement draws the attention of the local media and Cardinal Cody (Carroll O Connor), Clements' superior and adversary. Cody forbids Clements to adopt, claiming it is a violation of Catholic Church law. When the Vatican learns and approves of Clements' actions, he begins proceedings to adopt Joey (Malcolm-Jamal Warner), a rebellious and difficult teenager. Joey s former involvement with a local gang tests their relationship as they try to become father and son under the scrutiny of the Church and the community.
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Length: 01:35:14 Posted: 3/11/2009
