Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Pier Maria Rossi
Jesus
Lead
Mita Ungaro
Virgin Mary
Cd
Carlos de Carvalho
John the Baptist
Fausto Di Bella
Saul
Vernon Dobtcheff
Samuel
Antonella Fasano
Maria Magdalena
Jean Martin
Pontius Pilate
Toni Ucci
Herodes Antipas
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Roberto Rossellini's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Messiah is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
