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Barabbas (Italian: Barabba) is a 1961 religious epic film directed by Richard Fleischer for Dino De Laurentiis Cinematografica, expanding on the life of Barabbas, from the Christian Passion narrative in the Gospel of Mark and other gospels.
Barabbas: Directed by Richard Fleischer. With Anthony Quinn, Silvana Mangano, Arthur Kennedy, Katy Jurado. Governor Pontius Pilate gave the populace a choice to spare either Barabbas, a criminal, or Jesus, condemned as a heretic, from crucifixion.
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- Biography, Drama, History
- Richard Fleischer
- 1962-10-10
Jun 10, 2022 · “Ripe for reconsideration — the Greatest Story Ever Told has been Retold and Retold, but Barabbas brings it back from the dead” – FilmComment.comEpic account...
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- Imprint Films
Barabbas is a 2005 film based on the novel by Par Lagerkvist, about the criminal who was freed by Pontius Pilate instead of Jesus. The film follows his life of crime and imprisonment, and has mixed reviews from critics and audiences.
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- Anthony Quinn
- Richard Fleischer
- History, Drama
It is thus that Barabbas, an assassin and thief, is pardoned by popular acclaim while Jesus is sent to be crucified. Upon his release, Barabbas discovers that his beloved, Rachel, has become a follower of Christ; and she tells him of the Resurrection.
- Richard Fleischer
- Anthony Quinn
Barabbas is a 1961 epic film about the thief who was spared crucifixion by Pontius Pilate instead of Jesus. The film follows his spiritual journey from Jerusalem to Rome, where he becomes a gladiator and a follower of Jesus.
A historical drama about the thief who was spared crucifixion instead of Jesus. Follow his journey from violence to spirituality and his encounter with the crucified Christ.
