The Messiah (1975)
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.
Released: Oct 24, 1975
Runtime: 140 minutes
Stars: Pier Maria Rossi, Mita Ungaro, Carlos de Carvalho, Fausto Di Bella, Vernon Dobtcheff, Antonella Fasano
Crew: Roberto Rossellini (Director), Roberto Rossellini (Screenplay), Silvia D'Amico Bendicò (Screenplay), Claude Baks (Co-Producer), Silvia D'Amico Bendicò (Producer), Mario Nascimbene (Music)
