PiraBit if their story seems completely bonkers, almost like a feverish work of fiction, you ain't heard nothing yet.

Lollivan It's the kind of movie you'll want to see a second time with someone who hasn't seen it yet, to remember what it was like to watch it for the first time.

Kien Navarro Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.

Staci Frederick Blistering performances.

Matt Otter I have a hard time choosing between this film and "King of Kings" as far as which is my favorite, but they are both definitely 10-star. I was only 2 when this came out and while my parents did watch this when it originally aired I can't say I recalled much of that, likely slept most the time. It was run in later years through the 80's and it was a big family event each time. It was so exciting to wait for the next night to see more of the story. There are so many great lessons here, my favorite is probably when Jesus goes to Matthew's house and we see him won over and he turns from his former ways.Another wonderful thing about watching this is seeing the "who's who" as far as the cast. Nearly every role is played by someone you'll no doubt recognize, tho I imagine many of them weren't such huge stars at the time. The soundtrack to this is also amazing, the main theme in particular, really captures the majesty of Jesus story, not to mention all the wonderful holidays we've created around it in the years following. I highly recommend this film to anyone, you don't have to be Christian to enjoy it, the messages are universal.NOTE: I do have to agree with 1 of the big complaints I hear about this film which is the scene in which Jesus starts yelling wildly and proclaims "The Father and I are one and the same", I realize most films take some artistic license here and there, but this was not just some small talk, this was a very serious statement to make which never appears in the Bible, this line should never have been in the film.

Dee Mou A wonderfully authentic rendition of the story of Christ's birth to his death, remarkably produced in a time overwrought with revolutions of every kind. The acting, costumes and sets are impeccable. It's the version shown at my church for as far back as I can remember and is appropriate for family members of all ages. The only part of the story that is "missing" is the torture incurred by The Virgin Mary's father under the reign of Herod, which is briefly mentioned in a conversation between St. Joseph and St. Anne at the start of the film (no spoilers). Otherwise, a perfect film. (I would have loved to see a sequel to this... the Book of Revelations. Alas.)

RealChristian14 Director Franco Zeffirelli happens to be an atheist but it did not prevent him from making a classic mini-series about Christ in this six hour film that stars Robert Powell entitled Jesus Of Nazareth.This tells the story of Jesus from his birth until he got resurrected from the dead.It has an all-star cast that consists of Academy Award winners such as Anne Bancroft, Ernest Borgnine, Laurence Olivier, Christopher Plummer, Anthony Quinn, Rod Steiger, and Peter Ustinov.Co-written by Zeffirelli together with Anthony Burgess, and Suso Cecchi d'Amico,the viewer is treated with accounts of Jesus from his birth,ministry,passion,death and resurrection.This TV series was first shown in 1977 but it remains popular as this review is being written at present.Arguably, it remains the best film about Jesus.While there maybe a few released prior to this and after 1977,no film or TV series would come close to it.There are many reasons why.It was the best interpretation of the life of Jesus that would definitely be appreciated by Christians and non-Christians alike.It does not limit nor exaggerate his life as it told the story of Jesus based on the four gospels and how he is known in history.Aside from the Bible,other sources that narrated the story of Jesus was given perfect consideration.In fact,the resurrection was shot so subtle that viewers would notice that he wasn't really fully alive when he was talking to his apostles.The performances of the all-star cast was definitely worth mentioning.From the Oscar winners and to others who are worthy of mention such as Anthony Quinn,Rod Steiger,Michael York and Olivia Hussey,who played the Blessed Virgin Mary extremely well.And last but not the least, Robert Powell was really amazing as Jesus.This is definitely a timeless TV series that would still be appreciated by anyone today.

Marian20 British actor Robert Powell has been known most popularly throughout the years for the role of Jesus in this mini-series that lasted six hours known as Jesus Of Nazareth. It has been considered the best film ever made about the man that has created an impact for billions of people throughout the years.It starts with his birth until the passion and death on the cross.This mini-series directed by Franco Zeffirelli boast of an ensemble of all-star cast that includes Anne Bancroft,Ernest Borgnine,James Farentino,Stacy Keach,Ian McShane,Laurence Olivier,Christopher Plummer, Anthony Quinn,Rod Steiger,Michael York and Olivia Hussey.What makes this a great film about Jesus is the fact that it presents Jesus both historically and on the accounts of many religions as well not only Christianity.It allows us to know the man from the day an angel announced to his mother Mary the birth of his son until the day he was crucified on the cross by Pilate.Although the resurrection was also given an account,it was somewhat done in a subtle way so as to pacify viewers who consider him only a man and not the Son of God.The performances of the stars are also worthy of mention as the portrayal of the characters were admirable.One that is truly worthy of mention is Olivia Hussey as she managed to become the best representation of what Mary,the mother of Jesus, is known for which happens to be virginal and purity.Added to that,the sorrow that she showed when Jesus died on the cross was simply extraordinary.Overall,one must see this if they want to know who Jesus is.