THE MESSIAH
Directed by Roberto Rossellini
Rossellini takes numerous liberties with the original source material, rearranging and omitting events at will, presenting everything in a highly undramatic fashion. The film begins in the time of the Old Testament, allowing Rossellini to present the story of Jesus in its ancient, historic context.
Cast
Pier Maria Rossi
Jesus
Mita Ungaro
Virgin Mary
Carlos de Carvalho
John the Baptist
Fausto Di Bella
Saul
Vernon Dobtcheff
Samuel
Antonella Fasano
Maria Magdalena
Jean Martin
Pontius Pilate
Toni Ucci
Herodes Antipas
Movie Vibe
Who would enjoy this
Recommended for
- ✓fans of character-driven stories
May not appeal to
- –those seeking nonstop action
- –fans of purely lighthearted entertainment
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