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It must have driven Martin Scorsese crazy to read reviews of “The Last Temptation of Christ” in which critics appointed themselves arbiters of the manhood or godliness of Jesus Christ, and scarcely mentioned the direction, the writing, the acting, the images or Peter Gabriel’s harsh, mournful music.
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The last temptation Jesus (Willem Dafoe) faces is during his crucifixion -- the moment that defines his greatest sacrifice in Martin Scorsese's serious and devout film. Now streaming on: Powered by JustWatch. Christianity teaches that Jesus was both God and man.
Jesus (Willem Dafoe), a humble Judean carpenter beginning to see that he is the son of God, is drawn into revolutionary action against the Roman occupiers by Judas (Harvey Keitel) -- despite his ...
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- Martin Scorsese
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- Willem Dafoe
Controversial epic with brutality, sex. Mature teens only. Read Common Sense Media's The Last Temptation of Christ review, age rating, and parents guide.
- Martin Scorsese
- Renee Schonfeld
- Willem Dafoe, Harvey Keitel, Barbara Hershey
In truth, The Last Temptation Of Christ is an excellent movie. Compellingly acted, beautifully shot on Moroccan locations, and full of telling ideas, it is a work of real depth and power.
Full Review | Sep 14, 2022. Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) A marvelous film…more genuinely Christian than the ridiculous parodies in the style of King of Kings, and Cecil B DeMille. [Full...
The Last Temptation of Christ received positive reviews from critics and some religious leaders, and Scorsese received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Director. Hershey's performance as Mary Magdalene earned her a nomination for the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress.