Jesus of Nazareth (3pc) [VHS]
starring: Robert Powell, Olivia Hussey, Laurence Olivier, James Mason, Anne Bancroft
directed by: Franco Zeffirelli
directed by: Franco Zeffirelli
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Originally made for TV in 1977, this in-depth (six hours plus) version of Jesus' life is so thorough that the first hour is devoted solely to the story of his birth.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
Originally made for TV in 1977, this in-depth (six hours plus) version of Jesus' life is so thorough that the first hour is devoted solely to the story of his birth.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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- Jesus of Nazareth
Jesus of NazarethThe best of all stories of Jesus since his birth to his death in the cross. Is a masterpiece.
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- Good movie, bad product
This movie is one of my favorites, however, the product, the DVDs, seem to be less than top quality.When played on my Panasonic DVD player through my LG 32" LCD TV the image quality is quite poor.It has the appearance of a street copy, you know, like you might buy in TJ?Anyway, it's just too much trouble to return it, so I'll live with it.
Marvin Schmidt
Rating: - Jesus of Nazareth
If you were ever curious of the life and times of Jesus Christ, I recommend this DVD. It's a great movie and extremely informative (captivating as well). The all-star cast doesn't hurt either!
Rating: - A masterpiece
Franco Zeffirelli's "Jesus of Nazareth" is magnificent; there are few other words to describe it.Starring Robert Powell in an inspired performance as Jesus, the exceptional cast of this 1977 Anglo-Italian television miniseries dramatizing the life of Jesus includes the lovely Olivia Hussey as the Virgin Mary, and Michael York as John the Baptist.
The rest of its all-star, exquisite cast includes Anne Bancroft, Ian Bannen, Ernest Borgnine, Claudia Cardinale, Valentina Cortese, Cyril ... Read More
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- Don't do it!!!!!
I never recieved this product! At the last minute it was cancelled. After I read the reviews, I noticed many people were unhappy. They said it took forever to recieve there item, Shipping did take forever (If you get it at all). Don't do it!!! Don't ordre from here.
- Jesus of NazarethJesus of NazarethThe best of all stories of Jesus since his birth to his death in the cross. Is a masterpiece.
- Good movie, bad productThis movie is one of my favorites, however, the product, the DVDs, seem to be less than top quality.When played on my Panasonic DVD player through my LG 32" LCD TV the image quality is quite poor.It has the appearance of a street copy, you know, like you might buy in TJ?Anyway, it's just too much trouble to return it, so I'll live with it.
Marvin Schmidt
- Jesus of NazarethIf you were ever curious of the life and times of Jesus Christ, I recommend this DVD. It's a great movie and extremely informative (captivating as well). The all-star cast doesn't hurt either!
- A masterpieceFranco Zeffirelli's "Jesus of Nazareth" is magnificent; there are few other words to describe it.Starring Robert Powell in an inspired performance as Jesus, the exceptional cast of this 1977 Anglo-Italian television miniseries dramatizing the life of Jesus includes the lovely Olivia Hussey as the Virgin Mary, and Michael York as John the Baptist.
The rest of its all-star, exquisite cast includes Anne Bancroft, Ian Bannen, Ernest Borgnine, Claudia Cardinale, Valentina Cortese, Cyril ... Read More
- Don't do it!!!!!I never recieved this product! At the last minute it was cancelled. After I read the reviews, I noticed many people were unhappy. They said it took forever to recieve there item, Shipping did take forever (If you get it at all). Don't do it!!! Don't ordre from here.
