The Messiah

1975 • 2h 19m • History, Drama

6.6(21 votes)

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

Writers

Roberto Rossellini, Silvia D'Amico Bendicò

Status

Released