The Messiah (1975)
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.
Director: Roberto Rossellini
Genre: History, Drama
Runtime: 140 min
Release Date: October 24, 1975
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
- Vittorio Caprioli - Herod the Great
- Tina Aumont - Adulteress
Screenplay
- Roberto Rossellini (Screenplay)
- Silvia D'Amico Bendicò (Screenplay)
Music: Mario Nascimbene
Cinematography: Mario Montuori
Editing: Jolanda Benvenuti
Production: Orizzonte 2000
Country: Italy
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
Keywords
crucifixion, bethlehem, jerusalem, messiah
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Messiah about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Messiah?
- The Messiah was directed by Roberto Rossellini.
- Who stars in The Messiah?
- The Messiah stars Pier Maria Rossi, Mita Ungaro, Carlos de Carvalho, Fausto Di Bella, Vernon Dobtcheff, Antonella Fasano.
- How long is The Messiah?
- The Messiah has a runtime of 2h 20m (140 minutes).
- What genre is The Messiah?
- The Messiah is a History, Drama film.
- Where was The Messiah produced?
- The Messiah was produced in Italy.