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Barabbas (1961)

Barabbas (1961)

Drama Adventure History

The man of violence in whose place Christ died

Release Date: 1961, December 23
Directors: Richard Fleischer
Countries: Italy, United States of America
Production: DDL Cinematografica, Columbia Pictures
Cast: Sal Borgese, Jack Palance, Laurence Payne, Silvana Mangano, Harry Andrews, Douglas Fowley, Ernest Borgnine, Vittorio Gassman, Valentina Cortese, Joe Robinson, Michael Gwynn, Anthony Quinn

Overview:

Epic account of the thief Barabbas, who was pardoned for his crimes and spared crucifixion when Pilate offered the Israelites a choice to pardon Barabbas or Jesus. Struggling with his spirituality, Barabbas goes through many ordeals leading him to the gladiatorial arena, where he tries to win his freedom and confront his inner demons, ultimately becoming a follower of the man who was crucified in his place.

Keywords:

biography christianity roman empire crucifixion bible jesus christ christian film catholic 1st century peplum barabbas roman legion pôncio pilatos judeia pontius pilatus first emperor of rome