Jesus Christ Saviour (2008)
Klaus Kinski has perhaps the most ferocious reputation of all screen actors: his volatility was documented to electrifying effect in Werner Herzog’s 1999 portrait My Best Fiend. This documentary provides further fascinating insight into the talent and the tantrums of the great man. Beset by hecklers, Kinski tries to deliver an epic monologue about the life of Christ (with whom he perhaps identifies a little too closely). The performance becomes a stand-off, as Kinski fights for control of the crowd and alters the words to bait his tormentors. Indispensable for Kinski fans, and a riveting introduction for newcomers, this is a unique document, which Variety called ‘a time capsule of societal ideals and personal demons.’
Cast
- Klaus Kinski - Self
Screenplay
Keywords
psychopath, 1970s, artist, lesson
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- What is Jesus Christ Saviour about?
- Klaus Kinski has perhaps the most ferocious reputation of all screen actors: his volatility was documented to electrifying effect in Werner Herzog’s 1999 portrait My Best Fiend. This documentary provides further fascinating insight into the talent and the tantrums of the great man. Beset by hecklers, Kinski tries to deliver an epic monologue about the life of Christ (with whom he perhaps identifies a little too closely). The performance becomes a stand-off, as Kinski fights for control of the crowd and alters the words to bait his tormentors. Indispensable for Kinski fans, and a riveting introduction for newcomers, this is a unique document, which Variety called ‘a time capsule of societal ideals and personal demons.’
- Who directed Jesus Christ Saviour?
- Jesus Christ Saviour was directed by Peter Geyer.
- Who stars in Jesus Christ Saviour?
- Jesus Christ Saviour stars Klaus Kinski.
- How long is Jesus Christ Saviour?
- Jesus Christ Saviour has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
- What genre is Jesus Christ Saviour?
- Jesus Christ Saviour is a Documentary film.
- Where was Jesus Christ Saviour produced?
- Jesus Christ Saviour was produced in Germany.