The Messiah

Plot Summary

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.

Top Cast

Pier Maria Rossi Jesus

Mita Ungaro Virgin Mary

Carlos de Carvalho John the Baptist

Fausto Di Bella Saul

Vernon Dobtcheff Samuel