
The Gospel According to St. Matthew
A Motion Picture which will be seen by the entire world - up to the end of the world!
Directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini
Produced by Arco Film, Lux Compagnie Cinématographique de France
A stark, reverent dramatization of Christ's ministry and passion that prioritizes spiritual and theological weight over narrative comfort, rendered in austere black-and-white.
Along a rocky, barren coastline, Jesus begins teaching, primarily using parables. He attracts disciples; he's stern, brusque, and demanding. His parables often take on the powers that be, so he and his teachings come to the attention of the Pharisees, the chief priests, and elders. They conspire to have him arrested, beaten, tried, and crucified, just as he prophesied to his followers.
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Is The Gospel According to St. Matthew one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 99% of films.
Is The Gospel According to St. Matthew sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Does The Gospel According to St. Matthew end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is The Gospel According to St. Matthew violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Gospel According to St. Matthew easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Gospel According to St. Matthew scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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