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The Last Temptation of Christ is a 1988 epic religious drama film directed by Martin Scorsese. Written by Paul Schrader with uncredited rewrites from Scorsese and Jay Cocks, it is an adaptation of Nikos Kazantzakis ' controversial 1955 novel of the same name.
- $7 million
- Peter Gabriel
- August 12, 1988 (United States)
- Barbara De Fina
Aug 12, 1988 · A controversial drama based on Nikos Kazantzakis' novel, depicting Jesus' life, struggles and final temptation. Directed by Martin Scorsese, starring Willem Dafoe, Harvey Keitel and Barbara Hershey.
- Martin Scorsese
- 359
- 1 min
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
A film based on Nikos Kazantzakis' novel, depicting the life and struggles of Jesus Christ, from his childhood to his crucifixion. The film explores his temptations, his teachings, his miracles, his betrayal, and his final decision to sacrifice himself for humanity.
Accepting that his destiny is to sacrifice himself for the sake of humanity, Jesus willingly returns to his fate as the son of God. The novel concludes with Jesus ascending to heaven, leaving behind a legacy of love, sacrifice, and redemption.
- Nikos Kazantzakis
- 506 (first edition, hardback)
- 1955
- 1955
Oct 29, 2008 · Roger Ebert reviews the 1988 film adaptation of Nikos Kazantzakis' novel, which portrays Jesus as a weary, self-doubting and tortured man. He praises the film's cinematography, music and performances, but also acknowledges its theological and historical inaccuracies.
A film adaptation of Nikos Kazantzakis's novel that imagines an alternate fate for Jesus Christ, directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Willem Dafoe. The film sparked controversy for its portrayal of Jesus' sexuality and human nature, but is now recognized as a personal and profound work of faith.
