The Messiah
6.5
1975
2h 20m
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.
Movie Information
Status
Released
Release Date
October 24, 1975
Runtime
2h 20m
Rating
6.5
(19 votes)
Genres
History
Drama
Production Companies
Orizzonte 2000
Overview
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.
