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Jesus of Nazareth

  • TV Mini Series
  • 19771977
  • TV-GTV-G
  • 6h 22m
IMDb RATING
8.5/10
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Robert Powell in Jesus of Nazareth (1977)
Jesus Of Nazareth
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Beginning before the Nativity and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection, this mini-series brings to life all of the sweeping drama in the life of Jesus, as told by the Gospels.Beginning before the Nativity and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection, this mini-series brings to life all of the sweeping drama in the life of Jesus, as told by the Gospels.Beginning before the Nativity and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection, this mini-series brings to life all of the sweeping drama in the life of Jesus, as told by the Gospels.
IMDb RATING
8.5/10
23K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
2,850
28
  • Stars
    • Robert Powell
    • Olivia Hussey
    • Laurence Olivier
  • Stars
    • Robert Powell
    • Olivia Hussey
    • Laurence Olivier
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    • 184User reviews
    • 16Critic reviews
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    • Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys

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    Robert Powell
    Robert Powell
    • Jesus
    Olivia Hussey
    Olivia Hussey
    • Mary
    Laurence Olivier
    Laurence Olivier
    • Nicodemus
    James Mason
    James Mason
    • Joseph of Arimathea
    Anne Bancroft
    Anne Bancroft
    • Mary Magdalene
    Ernest Borgnine
    Ernest Borgnine
    • The Centurion
    Claudia Cardinale
    Claudia Cardinale
    • The Adulteress
    Valentina Cortese
    Valentina Cortese
    • Herodias
    James Farentino
    James Farentino
    • Simon Peter
    James Earl Jones
    James Earl Jones
    • Balthazar
    Stacy Keach
    Stacy Keach
    • Barabbas
    Tony Lo Bianco
    Tony Lo Bianco
    • Quintilius
    Ian McShane
    Ian McShane
    • Judas Iscariot
    Donald Pleasence
    Donald Pleasence
    • Melchior
    Christopher Plummer
    Christopher Plummer
    • Herod Antipas
    Anthony Quinn
    Anthony Quinn
    • Caiaphas
    Fernando Rey
    Fernando Rey
    • Gaspar
    Ralph Richardson
    Ralph Richardson
    • Simeon
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    • Trivia
      While shooting in Tunisia, the set had a surprise visit by R2-D2. George Lucas was shooting Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977) at the same time and, according to actress Koo Stark: "Operated by remote control, R2-D2 had to trundle off camera and disappear behind a sand dune. But the remote control failed to stop the robot and he wandered onto the set of Jesus of Nazareth."
    • Goofs
      The movie scripting refers to Pontius Pilate as a "procurator", a specific post that differs from the one that the Gospels imply that he held - prefect or governor. Historically, Pontius Pilate's title was thought to have been procurator but an inscription on a limestone block - apparently a dedication to Tiberius Caesar Augustus - that was discovered in 1961 in the ruins of an amphitheater called Caesarea Maritima refers to Pilate as "prefect of Judeaea". Archaeologists believe it to be genuine. In this instance, the Gospel account is supported by archaeology, since the surviving inscription discovered at Caeserae states that Pilate was prefect and the movie should have followed also as it is based on Gospel accounts.
    • Alternate versions
      The Region 1 DVD is the original 1977 broadcast. The Region 2 Carlton DVD released in the UK is substantially cut and runs at 270 minutes. The Dutch DVD release (also Carlton Region 2) has a running time of 365 minutes (the 399 minute running time stated on the cover is a misprint).
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      Featured in The 30th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1978)

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    10/10
    The best Jesus film, from birth to resurrection
    There has been no other biblical film that touched me like this one. Dispite all the little details that have been criticized and pointed out, these should be of no consequence. The illustration of Jesus' life story in this film was rich. Not only can you feel the strong presence of Christ through Robert Powell, but you also can get a taste of the times in which he lived.

    Although the film, like many biblical films, tries to clearly depict the spiritual nature of Christianity, this one goes beyond that. It gives you a glimpse into the politics, social/religious hierarch, economics, and the mindstate of the Jewish and Roman communities throughout the era. It's more than just your typical Christ film. It's gives you a broader view and a complete understanding of what it was like to live in the times of Jesus Christ.

    Besides being a historical landmark and the great religous story that it is, this film also takes you through the ups and downs. The doubts, the hardships, the miracles, and the uprising. A very 3 Dimensional drama.

    I am a Christian, and while I might not be as devout as some, my faith is strong and this film re-enforced that spirituality. It was very moving to hear the lessons and wise preachings of Jesus in a similar setting to the one where he once stood. To see the dramas first hand, from an unbiased point of view.

    I would advise everyone to see this movie atleast once. No matter if your a Christian or not. The morals and lessons taught by Jesus Christ can be appreciated by anyone. Not just as the Son Of God, but as a Man who strongly believed in Love and goodwill towards his fellow Man. Not only as a religious icon, but as a mentor, moral activist, and humanitarian to his people. His words are universal. What he stood for is greater than any man that ever walked the face of this Earth. This film gives you that insight. It goes farther than showing you a religious belief...it gives you the reason why it's worth believing in.

    I give this film 9/10. Powerful, Enlightening, and Emotionally driven. The Greatest Story Ever Told dramatized for all to enjoy time and time again.

    If you liked this film, I also recommend "The Robe (1953)" and "The Ten Commandments (1956)"
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    • Release date
      • April 3, 1977 (United States)
      • Italy
      • United Kingdom
      • English
      • Syriac
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      • Monastir, Tunisia
    • Production companies
      • ITC Films
      • RAI Radiotelevisione Italiana
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    • 6 hours 22 minutes
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