US-Israel (1976): Drama
Was Jesus Christ the son of God -- or a clever political activist who staged his crucifixion and resurrection to help promote his point of view? The latter possibility is proposed in this bit of historical speculation, based on the best-selling novel by Hugh J. Schonfield. Yeshua (Zalman King), as the Hebrews called him, was a member of the Zealots who sought to end to the rule of the Romans who had taken control of their land. To rally support for their cause, Yeshua proclaims himself the son of God, born of mortal woman, and carefully orchestrates the events that lead to him being sentenced to death; he's also able to add to his martyrdom by falsifying a resurrection two days later. Understandably controversial upon release, this film also features Harry Andrews, Donald Pleasance, Scott Wilson, Dan Hedaya, and Hugh Griffith. Michael Campus directs for Golan-Globus/Atlas Film Corp. (Mark Deming, All Movie Guide)
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· Costume Design 1976: Mary Wills