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Summary: Best ever
Review: Being English I grew up with the film Jesus of Nazareth, starring Robert Powell. I thought it was the best film of Jesus` life ever made, until I saw King of Kings. Jeffrey Hunter has to be the best looking Christ ever to be seen on film, if you were an agnostic or atheist before you saw this film I am sure Jeffrey Hunter alone would change your view. The music, the baptism of Jesus, the Sermon on the Mount and the end Resurrection scene of the shadow of Christ over the Sea of Galilee will move you to tears. I just wish Mary, his mother, could have shed as many tears as I did when her Son was going to his death. Robert Ryan as John the Baptist is superb as is Salomes` dance. I never tire of watching this film, and know the dialogue off by heart. I just wish they would put it on television at Christmas and Easter more often.
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Summary: THIS IS THE BEST MOVIE ABOUT JESUS --PERIOD.
Review: Enough Said.
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Summary: KING OF KINGS IS GREATEST OF THE GREATEST
Review: Jeffrey Hunter is magnificent as Our Lord, Jesus. He was such a natural actor and he could have used a lot of grandstanding, but his subtle, sincere performance is outstanding. Also interesting is the way the subplot of the Jewish zealots is intertwined into the mix. The scene depicting the Sermon On The Mount is one the most moving and majestic scenes ever filmed. Rip Torn is equally fantastic (as usual) as Judas Iscariot. The final scene on the shores of Galilee has a beautiful juxtposition of Jesus's shadow combined with a net to form a cross. All in all, a great movie from start to finish.
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Summary: BEST DAMN JESUS MOVIE EVER!
Review: I reiterate: THIS IS THE BEST DAMN JESUS MOVIE... EVER!
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Summary: Stellar Performance
Review: Jeffrey Hunter delivers an unforgettable performance as Our Lord in this well-made movie. I have been watching this movie over and over for years and never tire of it. Being a Catholic, it has very special significance for me and will always hold a dear place in my heart. I strongly urge anyone to SEE it!
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Summary: King of Kings
Review: Even if you should only view the opening credits for this film and that alone, you will be at one with Christ. For the moving image of the shaddow of Jesus moving across the face of the blind man and retoring his sight is one on it's own to uplift a tired mind towards God. The music by Mikalos Rossi leaves you spell bound in wonder. I do hope you view this film and exprience the lasting message it serves.
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Summary: Good movie, especially liked the music.
Review: Although I am an agnostic, I enjoyed this movie a lot. Jesus was a man who struggled against adversity and triumphed in the end. He was one of those rare individuals who showed the true power of the human spirit in accomplishing what you want in life. I think that people could improve their relationships with other human beings by applying what Jesus taught. However, it seems that most people are so set in their beliefs that they do not even try to see the other side of the fence. Oh well. Peace.
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Summary: Inspiring
Review: I viewed this movie when I was a child. I have always looked for this movie to be played year after year with no luck. This movie should be played each year at Easter. It is a beautiful story of Our Lord. The final scene on the beach where the shadow of Our Lord crosses over a fishing net forming a cross moves a person to tears. A beatifully done movie!
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Summary: He truly was the son of God
Review: Whilst I am a practising catholic, I regard some of the catholic rituals and antics somewhat out of step with my view of Jesus Christ. I regard my belief in Christ as more important than my trust in the catholic structure as it now exists. So to me, King of Kings provides a great expose of how I would like to perceive Christ. This is a well made movie, with a powerful story and it carries with it an inspiration to continue one's belief in the teachings of Christ. Maybe the catholic church should buy a copy ! catholic rituals and antics somewhat out of step with my view of Jesus Christ. I regard my belief in Christ as more important than my trust in the catholic structure as it now exists. So to me, King of Kings provides a great expose of how I would like to perceive Christ. This is a well made movie, with a powerful story and it carries with it an inspiration to continue one's belief in the teachings of Christ.
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Summary: Simple reverence.
Review: I first saw King of Kings in one of its original television broadcasts in about 1967,and was deeply moved by it. I had heard a lot of the cryptic remarks about Jeffrey Hunter's performance,and found them to be totally off the mark.I found his simple,reverent performance far superior to others that have come along since. As a cradle Episcopalian I had a little trouble with the Barabas/Judas connection,but the performances of Harry Guardino and Rip Torn were excellent. I also liked the interweaving of the character of Lucius throughout the story a good touch.Just as a matter of curiosity,has anybody ever heard the broken down car story involving Hunter and Robert Ryan? I always felt that Jeff Hunter was one of the most underated actors of his generation,and am saddened by the fact that his superb performance in King of Kings pretty much destroyed his career. I also find it interesting how the reviews of King of Kings have changed in the past 30 years, from pretty mediocre to one of the best. Go figure.
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