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Jesus of Nazareth (miniseries)
Directed by Franco Zeffirelli
Genres Drama, Historical
Themes Films set in Africa, Films about religion, Films about sexuality, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film, Films about virginity
Actors Robert Powell, Anne Bancroft, Ernest Borgnine, Olivia Hussey, Claudia Cardinale, Abdelmajid Lakhal

The storyline of Jesus of Nazareth is a kind of cinematic Diatessaron, or “Gospel harmony”, blending the narratives of all four New Testament accounts. It takes a fairly naturalistic approach, de-emphasizing special effects when miracles are depicted and presenting Jesus as more or less evenly divine and human. The familiar Christian episodes are presented chronologically: the betrothal, and later marriage, of Mary and Joseph; the Annunciation; the Visitation; the circumcision of John the Baptist; the Nativity of Jesus; the visit of the Magi; the circumcision of Jesus; the Census of Quirinius; the flight into Egypt and Slaughter of the Innocents; the Finding in the Temple; the Baptism of Jesus; the woman caught in adultery; Jesus helping Peter catch the fish; the Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15: 11-32); a dialogue between Jesus and Barabbas (non-biblical); Matthew's dinner party; the Sermon on the Mount; debating with Joseph of Arimathea; the curing of the blind man at the pool; the Raising of Lazarus (John 11:43); the Feeding of the Five Thousand; the Entry into Jerusalem; Jesus and the money changers; the Last Supper; the
Ben-Hur
Ben-Hur (1959)
, 3h34
Directed by William Wyler
Origin USA
Genres Drama, Action, Adventure, Historical, Peplum
Themes Films set in Africa, Seafaring films, Christmas films, Films about religion, Films about sexuality, Transport films, Films based on the Bible, Films about Jews and Judaism, Road movies, Portrayals of Jesus in film, Chase films, Films about virginity
Actors Charlton Heston, Jack Hawkins, Haya Harareet, Stephen Boyd, Hugh Griffith, Martha Scott

In AD 26, Judah Ben-Hur (Charlton Heston) is a wealthy prince and merchant in Jerusalem, who lives with his mother, Miriam (Martha Scott); his sister, Tirzah (Cathy O'Donnell); their loyal slave, Simonides (Sam Jaffe); and his daughter, Esther (Haya Harareet), who loves Ben-Hur but is betrothed to another. His childhood friend, the Roman citizen Messala (Stephen Boyd), is now a tribune. After several years away from Jerusalem, Messala returns as the new commander of the Roman garrison. Messala believes in the glory of Rome and its imperial power, while Ben-Hur is devoted to his faith and the freedom of the Jewish people.
Zeitgeist
Zeitgeist (2007)
, 2h2
Directed by Peter Joseph
Origin USA
Genres War, Documentary, Historical
Themes Films based on the September 11 attacks, La mondialisation, Films about religion, Films about terrorism, Transport films, Aviation films, Documentaire sur l'altermondialisme, Documentary films about law, Documentary films about war, Documentary films about historical events, Documentary films about politics, Documentary films about religion, Documentary films about technology, Documentary films about terrorism, Political films, Films based on the Bible, Films about Islam, Dans un avion, Portrayals of Jesus in film, Films about hijackings
Actors George Carlin

The film starts with animated visualizations, film segments and stock footage, a cartoon and audio quotes about spirituality by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, then shots of war, explosions, and the September 11 attacks. Then the film's title screen is given. The introduction ends with a portion of a George Carlin monologue on religion accompanied by an animated cartoon. The rest of the film is in three parts with narration by Peter Joseph.
Life of Brian, 1h32
Directed by Terry Jones
Origin United-kingdom
Genres Comedy, Fantasy
Themes Films set in Africa, Films about religion, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film
Actors Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Chris Langham, Eric Idle, Terry Jones

Brian Cohen is born in a stable next door to the one in which Jesus is born, which initially confuses the three wise men who come to praise the future King of the Jews. Brian grows up an idealistic young man who resents the continuing Roman occupation of Judea. While attending Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, Brian becomes infatuated with an attractive young rebel, Judith. His desire for her and hatred for the Romans lead him to join the People's Front of Judea, one of many fractious and bickering independence movements, who spend more time fighting each other than the Romans.
Tropico
Tropico (2013)
, 27minutes
Directed by Anthony Mandler
Origin USA
Genres Drama, Fantasy, Musical, Romance
Themes Films about music and musicians, Films about religion, Films about sexuality, Musical films, Portrayals of Jesus in film, Films about virginity

Chapter 1 – Body Electric The movie starts out with the original Adam (Shaun Ross) and Eve (Lana Del Rey) in the Garden of Eden. God (portrayed by a John Wayne character), Jesus, Marilyn Monroe, and Elvis Presley are all present with Adam and Eve – as "Body Electric" begins to play. The whole movie is intercut with scenes of Del Rey playing Jesus' mother Mary. At the end of the song, Eve – tempted by the snake – decides to eat an apple from Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. After she eats it, thunder strikes and she faints. Adam then decides to eat from the apple as well in order to join his lover. As a result of this, they are cast out of their "Paradise", the Garden of Eden.
The Visual Bible: Matthew, 4h25
Directed by Regardt van den Bergh
Genres Drama, Fantasy, Historical
Themes Films set in Africa, Films about religion, Films about sexuality, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film, Films about virginity
Actors Bruce Marchiano, Richard Kiley, Sean Michael, Patrick Mynhardt

In Palestine during the Roman Empire, Jesus Christ of Nazareth travels around the country with his disciples preaching to the people about God and salvation of their souls. He claims to be the son of God and the Christ. He is arrested by the Romans and crucified. He rises from the dead after three days.
Jesús de Nazareth, 1h45
Origin Mexique
Genres Drama, Historical
Themes Films about religion, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film
Actors Julián Gil, Gaby Espino, Sérgio Marone, Sergio Goyri, Fernando Allende, Débora Nascimento

Le film raconte la vie de Jésus de Nazareth depuis sa retraite de 40 jours dans le désert, en passant par son entrée à Jérusalem, jusqu'à sa mort et au-delà.
The Man from Earth, 1h29
Directed by Richard Schenkman
Origin USA
Genres Drama, Science fiction, Fantasy
Themes Films about religion, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film
Actors John Billingsley, David Lee Smith, Tony Todd, William Katt, Richard Riehle, Alexis Thorpe

The film begins with Professor John Oldman (David Lee Smith) packing his belongings onto his truck, preparing to move to a new home. His colleagues show up to give him an impromptu farewell party: Harry (John Billingsley), a biologist; Edith (Ellen Crawford), an art history professor and devout Christian; Dan (Tony Todd), an anthropologist; Sandy (Annika Peterson), a historian who is in love with John; Dr. Will Gruber (Richard Riehle), a psychiatrist; Art (William Katt), an archaeologist; and his student Linda (Alexis Thorpe).
Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, 3h14
Directed by Rex Ingram, Rex Ingram, Fred Niblo, Christy Cabanne, Charles Brabin
Origin USA
Genres Drama, Adventure, Romance
Themes Films set in Africa, Films about religion, Films about sexuality, Portrayals of Jesus in film, Films about virginity
Actors Ramón Novarro, Francis X. Bushman, May McAvoy, Betty Bronson, Claire McDowell, Kathleen Key

Ben-Hur is a wealthy Jew and boyhood friend of the powerful Roman Tribune, Messala. When an accident leads to Ben-Hur's arrest, Messala, who has become corrupt and arrogant, makes sure Ben-Hur and his family are jailed and separated.
The Testaments, 1h7
Directed by Kieth Merrill
Genres Drama
Themes Films set in Africa, Films about religion, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film
Actors Al Harrington, Sidney Liufau

In ancient America, Helam witnesses the star heralding the birth of Christ, and 33 years later he faithfully awaits the promised coming of the Messiah despite persecution for this belief. Helam's son, Jacob, is interested more in the ways of the world, including the lovely Laneah, and when his abilities as an artisan bring an offer to work for the wealthy and powerful Kohor, he jumps at the chance and is estranged from his father's house.
The Gospel of John, 3h
Directed by Philip Saville
Genres Drama, Fantasy, Historical
Themes Films set in Africa, Films about religion, Films about sexuality, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film, Films about virginity
Actors Christopher Plummer, Henry Ian Cusick, Stuart Bunce, Daniel Kash, Alan Van Sprang, Richard Lintern

Le cinéaste anglais Philip Saville dirige le récit religieux "l'Évangile de Jean", une production de la compagnie canadienne Visual Bible International. Ce drame de trois heures essaye de suivre avec précision l'Évangile tel que Jean l'a écrit, au cours du premier siècle.
Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages, 2h43
Directed by D. W. Griffith
Origin USA
Genres Drama, Historical
Themes Films set in Africa, Films about religion, Films about capital punishment, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film
Actors Vera Lewis, Ralph Lewis, Mae Marsh, Robert Harron, Fred Turner, Gino Corrado

Quatre époques sont présentées en alternance pour dénoncer l'intolérance : la répression des grèves, le massacre de la Saint-Barthélemy, la Passion du Christ et Babylone. De la Babylone antique au début du XX siècle, une illustration métaphorique de la cruauté et de la férocité de l'homme envers son prochain.
The Flint Street Nativity, 1h15
Origin United-kingdom
Genres Comedy
Themes Christmas films, Films about religion, Films about sexuality, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film
Actors Mark Addy, Frank Skinner, Mina Anwar, Dervla Kirwan, Neil Morrissey, Jane Horrocks

The film is set in the fictitious inner city Flint Street Primary School, on the Welsh-Cheshire borders. It focuses on the seven and eight year-old pupils in that evening's sole performance of the school nativity play, from the pre-performance classroom preparations to the final stage performance, which culminates in calamity.
The Flint Street Nativity, 1h15
Origin United-kingdom
Genres Comedy
Themes Films set in Africa, Christmas films, Films about religion, Films about sexuality, Films based on the Bible, Portrayals of Jesus in film, Films about virginity
Actors Mark Addy, Frank Skinner, Mina Anwar, Dervla Kirwan, Neil Morrissey, Jane Horrocks

The film is set in the fictitious inner city Flint Street Primary School, on the Welsh-Cheshire borders. It focuses on the seven- and eight-year-old pupils in that evening's sole performance of the school nativity play, from the pre-performance classroom preparations to the final stage performance, which culminates in calamity.