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Jesus of Nazareth


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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Binding: DVD
EAN: 9780784013465
ISBN: 0784013462
Picture Format: Pan & Scan
Sales Rank: 33383
Theatrical Release Date: April 03, 1977



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Originally made for TV in 1977, this in-depth (six hours plus) version of Jesus' life is so thorough that the first hour is devoted solely to the story of his birth. The film doesn't skimp on some of the other landmark events of this famous story either. Director Franco Zeffirelli gives more than 12 minutes screen time each to the Last Supper and the Crucifixion. Passages of the Bible are quoted verbatim, the locations have a Palestine-like authenticity, and, aside from some of the principals (Robert Powell as Jesus, Olivia Hussey as Mary, and Stacy Keach as Barabbas), many of the non-Roman characters are actually played by Semitic-looking actors. Zeffirelli diligently provides the sociopolitical background that gave rise to Jesus' following and the crisis in belief it caused for the people of Israel (and one or two Romans). While not graphic by today's standards, some of the scenes--baby boys being ripped from their mothers' arms and slaughtered, nails being driven into Jesus' hands--may disturb young and/or sensitive children. --Kimberly Heinrichs



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Average Rating: out of 5 stars

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Great movie
I thought this film was great. It's an in-depth depiction of Jesus' life. This film covers everything ... Read More


Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - best movie ever made
I had seen this movie when it was first shown on t.v. as an mini-series, and have loved it ever since. ... Read More


Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - A truly inspiring and beautiful film
Jesus of Nazareth is a beautiful film that accurately depicts the extraordinary life and death of Jesus ... Read More


Rating: 3 out of 5 stars - Not as biblically accurate.
This video is not as biblically accurate as I was led to believe by the other reviews. I purchased this ... Read More


Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Brilliant
Very nice interpretation of the story of Christ's life. The blue eyes of actor Robert Powell is bright, dense ... Read More

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