During the early 16th century, idealistic German monk Martin Luther, disgusted by the materialism in the church, begins the dialogue that will lead to the Protestant Reformation.

Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet fall in love against the wishes of their feuding families. Driven by their passion, the young lovers defy their destiny and elope, only to suffer the ultimate tragedy.

The stories of several people are told as they stay at a seaside hotel in Bournemouth.

Idealistic Reverend Morell tries to unite Socialism and Christianity.

In early 20th century Russia, a peasant monk exerts great influence upon the superstitious wife of the Russian Tsar.