Jesus of Nazareth
by Franco Zeffirelli
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Actor: Anne Bancroft, James Mason, Laurence Olivier, Olivia Hussey, Robert PowellDirector: Franco Zeffirelli
Brand: LION'S GATE ENTERTAINMENT
Writer: Franco Zeffirelli
Producer: Bernard J. Kingham
Producer: Dyson Lovell
Producer: Lew Grade
Writer: Anthony Burgess
Writer: David Butler
Writer: Suso Cecchi d'Amico
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Digital Sound, Full Screen, NTSC, Surround Sound
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 382 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2002-03-01
Audience Rating: Unrated
Studio: Lions Gate
DVD Reviews of Jesus of Nazareth
DVD Review: A masterpiece
Summary: 5 Stars
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 Cusack, James Farentino, Ian Holm, James Earl Jones, Stacy Keach, Tony Lo Bianco, Ian McShane, James Mason, Sir Laurence Olivier, Donald Pleasance, Christopher Plummer, Anthony Quinn, Fernando Rey, Sir Ralph Richardson, Rod Steiger and Peter Ustinov. Each one of them is brilliant, along with other members of its cast.
The film is perfect to educate young children about Jesus' life and teachings. It is almost devoid of violence, and it leaves the viewer with a sense of peace and love. One never tires of viewing it again and again. While a few naysayers have given it less than a perfect review, the film has stood the test of time and been acknowledged by most people as the finest cinematic depiction of Jesus' entire life that has ever been made.
Because so many years have passed, it needs to be digitally remastered to produce a first-class, complete restoration of the film, much like what has been accomplished with "Lawrence of Arabia" and "Cleopatra." This will preserve it for posterity so future generations may be blessed by viewing this masterpiece.
DVD Review: Don't do it!!!!!
Summary: 1 Stars
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. DVD Review: Terrible depiction of Jesus - your kids will hate it
Summary: 1 Stars
Theatrical to a fault. Painfully cold, distant, and tedious. In nearly every scene, Jesus is portrayed as a robotic zombie hopelessly lost in a stare. Christ's stilted speech patterns are quirky and uncomfortable. Absurdly melodramatic. It all comes off as creepy, weird, and without any humanity. My children hated it and came away disliking Jesus Christ and most of the characters. I regretted having them watch it. Perhaps good for some adults, but your teen and tween children will be baffled and perplexed about why this guy is worshipped and adored by billions.
Stick to the bible or else try The Jesus Film or The Greatest Story Ever Told.
DVD Review: A lenten retreat for your family
Summary: 5 Stars
We've been watching Franco Zeffirelli's classic 1977 mini-series Jesus of Nazareth this Lent. I recall it being quite an event when it premiered and was completely smitten by Olivia Hussey as Mary. Despite the 70s vibe -- the apostles look like unkempt hippies, and the rarely smiling Jesus sometimes comes off as a guru -- it holds up rather well. Two scenes stand out, then and now. The first is apocryphal and features the child Jesus mounting a tall ladder to reach a rooftop. He finishes His ascent and stares into the distance. Joseph sees Jesus as He reaches the top of the ladder. He initially panics and starts to run, and then catches himself and smiles contentedly as he looks upon Jesus. What is the purpose of this scene? To show Jesus the creator surveying His creation? To show how "far-seeing" He is? To demonstrate the full measure of Joseph's faith? The second scene comes later. Jesus arrives at Matthew's house for supper. The setting is one of raucous debauchery. Earlier, Peter is shown to be incensed that Jesus would accept such an invitation and fraternize with Matthew and other public sinners. As Matthew welcomes Him, Jesus takes a seat next to a woman dressed as a harlot. He tells the story of the Prodigal Son, and the camera alternates between closeups of Matthew and Peter while Jesus pointedly describes the prodigal son and his resentful brother. The assembly is speechless, spellbound. The scene ends with Jesus looking upon Peter and Matthew and the two of them embracing in reconciliation. This setting is apocryphal, but it drives home a key aspect of the parable: the indispensability of mercy. Powerful stuff. We hope to finish the final two hours during Holy Week.DVD Review: The best movie about the life of Christ, so far.
Summary: 5 Stars
I first saw this film way back in early 1990. It was a truly wonderful experience and I love watching it. Yes, for some reason the director chose to change certain things. Like when Mary and Joseph came back from having Jesus circumscised, the director had the three wise men waiting for them when they returned not when Jesus was born. In that meeting they tell Mary and Joseph to flee into Egypt. In the Bible, it was in a dream that their flight into Egypt was made apparent. That was really the only change that I can remember off the top of my head.
Considering the actor, Powell, who played Jesus ended up having a conversion experience during the filming of the movie; speaks volumes to the power of the life of Christ and the emotion of the movie.
Highly recommend this film. You won't be the same.
Description of Jesus of Nazareth
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:?A012811Originally 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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