Jesus of Nazareth

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You needn’t be a member of any organized religion, not even a “Christian”, to enjoy this best-by-far of all Jesus Christ movies.

I cannot be as articulate as many of the reviewers of this 2-DVD masterpiece but I can surely opine on it. Filmed in 1976-77 as a TV mini-series and aired on Palm and Easter Sundays, 1977; Franco Zeffirelli (of the fantastically successful 1968 “Romeo and Juliet” adaptation) created surely the greatest of any Jesus Christ movies.

It is obvious that great care was taken to create as faithful and loving adaptation of the Biblical stories of Jesus Christ. What inspired Zeffirelli to do this, when he did would be something of an interesting story in itself.

The look of the movie, the actors cast, the way it was presented all show the emormous attention to detail and work that went into what is truly a monumental project.

Saving the best for last, the casting of Robert Powell as Jesus Christ is the “crowning glory”; or to use other clichés; “inspired”, “God-sent”, “sent from heaven”. I could not imagine anyone else playing Jesus Christ, but don’t take my word on this. See the DVD. Exactly how this unknown actor got the role would also be an interesting story.

Other reviewers have noted a few things omitted but hardly a “sin” given the six and a half hours it runs. This obviously, then, is not something for one night or even two nights, but for a week or more, a few chapters a night, savoring it like the finest of wines; and very probably learning more about this part of the Bible than all the Sunday schools you ever attened.

Now, my prayer, if you will, is that Mr. Zeffirelli will find it in his heart, if you will, to release a “Director’s Cut” with deleted parts and scenes restored, if any exist which brings me to a point I wanted to expound upon more. The look of the movie, given probably not the largest of budgets and with 1976 technology is fantastic, utterly credible. I’m thinking that Franco, using a little modern technology but without “messing” with the basic look, could create a Director’s or Extended version, a la the first “Star Wars” movies.

I literally pray that Mr. Zeffirelli reads this review along with the other positive ones on this site. He needs to know, that in his arena of art and creativity, he has done something as great as Michelangelo, another Italian, if you will; for Franco Zeffirelli has added significant information about why He was here.

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Beginning before the Nativity and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection Jesus Of Nazareth brings to life all the majesty and sweeping drama of the life of Jesus (portrayed here by Robert Powell) as told in the Gospels. A star studded international cast featuring Michael York Sir Laurence Olivier James Earl Jones Anne Bancroft Olivia Hussey Rod Steiger and Anthony Quinn adds depth and humanity to the roles of the saints sinners and ordinary people who walked in the footsteps of the Lord. The film provides the setting and background for the birth childhood baptism teaching and many miracles of the Messiah culminating in the Divine Resurrection. Directed by Oscar nominee Franco Zeffirelli and acclaimed by critics and religious leaders worldwide Jesus of Nazareth tells the greatest of all stories with tremendous emotion and splendor.System Requirements: Running Time 382 MinFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: DRAMA Rating: NR UPC: 012236128113 Manufacturer No: A012811

Customer Review
Probably the best Jesus movie made… – jschristian44 –
If you read the other reviews mine won’t be much different. This movie does a great job at describing Jesus’ life here. Great bible verses to learn from. VHS quality isn’t perfect but for the price it’s great.

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Absolutely brilliant – peeoui1 – Memphis, tn
Now, I know what it must have been like to witness the miracles of Jesus especially the raising of Lazarus. Don’t miss it.

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excellent – Mary J. Cronin –
This is an excellent movie of Jesus. Not as harsh as The Passion Movie.

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Jesus of Nazareth – pondlily2010 – Massachusetts, USA
This story originally aired on t.v. as a mini series. It is probably the best story of the life and death of Jesus I have ever seen. Also, the actor who portrays Jesus looks exactly like the image of him we (Catholics) grew up with. My husband is not Catholic, but when this series aired on t.v. he was enthralled and even though tired from work, he stayed up every night to watch it. It is the only thing we ever watched together that he shushed me if I said anything while watching. I have this on video, but bought it on DVD to make sure I’d always have it. Video tapes may be sensitive to heat and cold, but a DVD is much more durable and lasts years longer.

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