Plot
1988 film by Martin Scorsese
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Why Watch This
Scorsese’s bold retelling blends reverent biblical storytelling with gritty, humanizing detail, inviting viewers to confront the paradox of divinity and doubt. Its lush cinematography and haunting score make the ancient world feel viscerally immediate.
Best For
Art‑house enthusiasts, Spiritual seekers, Historical drama lovers, Controversial cinema fans, Scorsese devotees
The CinePearl Take
Willem Dafoe delivers a mesmerizing, tormented performance as Jesus, balancing fierce conviction with fragile humanity. Scorsese’s deliberate pacing lets the film linger on moments of doubt, turning a familiar story into a psychological thriller. The film’s daring visual language—hand‑held camera work, chiaroscuro lighting, and period‑accurate set pieces—cements its status as a daring, spiritually unsettling masterpiece.
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Cast & Crew
- Director
- Martin Scorsese
- Cast
- Alan Rosenberg, Nehemiah Persoff, Tomas Arana
- Writer
- Paul Schrader
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- Released
- 12 Aug 1988
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- IMDb
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