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Considered one of the greatest films on the life Christ -- "Jesus of Nazareth" is now on Newsmax and Newsmax+.
This acclaimed 1977 miniseries starred actor Robert Powell and was directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
Zeffirelli's film wide praise from Christian leaders including Pope Paul VI and Billy Graham.
The series presents a dramatized account of the life of Jesus Christ from his birth in Bethlehem to his resurrection in Jerusalem.
The four-part series is epic scope, considered highly faithful to Biblical texts, and set a high production value for its time.
Four Parts to 'Jesus of Nazareth':
Part I: A Child Is Born
An angel Gabriel tells Mary of her Incarnation and the coming of the Messiah, her child. With her husband Joseph Mary sets off for the Roman census in Bethlehem, giving birth to her Jesus while visited by Wise Men. King Herod sets out to kill the young child, but fails.
Part II: The Miracles
A young Jesus now of Nazareth, a learned rabbi and carpenter begins his public ministry. Baptized by his cousin John, Jesus begins preaching a gospel of love and repentance. He gathers his 12 apostles and they witness miracles never seen by man.
Part III: Jerusalem Days
Jesus returns to Jerusalem as prophesied: on a donkey an triumphant. He seeks to protect his Father's temple and preaches of coming Kingdom. But soon he finds himself accused and on trial before the Sanhedrin.
Part IV: His Passion
Jesus sees his 12 apostles at the Last Summer. Soon after he is betrayed by Judas and arrested. Pontius Pilate believes him an innocent man but allows him to be condemned to death. Jesus suffers a brutal whipping, is donned with a crown of thorns and humiliated by carrying his own crucifix. He is nailed to a cross and dies three hours later. But three days later he rises from his tomb in a resurrection that startled his followers and stunned the world.
The Cast:
The series included famous stars including:
- Robert Powell (Jesus)
- Anne Bancroft (Mary Magdalene)
- Peter O'Toole (Pontius Pilate)
- Rod Steiger (Zebedee)
- Ernest Borgnine (Centurion)
- James Farentino (Simon Peter)
- James Earl Jones (Balthazar)
- Stacy Keach (Barabbas)
- Tony Lo Bianco (Quintilius)
- James Mason (Joseph of Arimea)
- Laurence Olivier (Nicodemus)
- Christopher Plummer (Herod Antipas)
- Anthony Quinn (Caiaphas)
- Peter Ustinov (Herod the Great)
- Michael York (John the Baptist)
Franco Zeffirelli aimed to create a film that was both visually stunning and emotionally resonant.
The production involved on-location shooting in the Mediterranean, extensive sets, and elaborate costumes. Zeffirelli's artistic direction contributed to the film's authentic feel.
The series explores themes of faith, sacrifice, redemption, and the struggle between good and evil. It emphasizes both the divine and human aspects of Jesus, depicting his relationships with his disciples, family, and followers.
Overall, "Jesus of Nazareth" by Franco Zeffirelli is celebrated for its ambitious storytelling and its blend of artistic and spiritual elements, making it one of the most significant entries in the genre of biblical epics.
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