Max von Sydow was a convincing Jesus Christ...
Unlike so many actors in biblical theme movies that look like present day northern Eurpeans, Sydow, despite being a Swede, had the look of a an eastern Mediterranean. Curious how Max von Sydow was received by critics and religious writers in his role as Jesus Christ.
How do other actors portraying Christ fare compared to Max von Sydow?
This movie didn't seem afraid to delve into the political context of that time that led to the prosecution and execution of Christ.
"Ready when you are, Mister DeMille."