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Barabbas

69 %|Dec 23, 1961|History, Drama, Adventure

Epic account of the thief Barabbas, who was pardoned for his crimes and spared crucifixion when Pilate offered the Israelites a choice to pardon Barabbas or Jesus. Struggling with his spirituality, Barabbas goes through many ordeals leading him to the gladiatorial arena, where he tries to win his freedom and confront his inner demons, ultimately becoming a follower of the man who was crucified in his place.

Featured Crew

Pär Lagerkvist
Novel
Mario Nascimbene
Original Music Composer
Mario Chiari
Art Direction
Richard Fleischer
Director
Diego Fabbri
Writer
Salvatore Quasimodo
Writer
Christopher Fry
Writer
Nigel Balchin
Writer

Cast

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Arthur Kennedy
Pontius Pilate
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Arnoldo Foà
Joseph of Arimathea
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Enrico Glori
Man Pleading for Release of Prisoner
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Carlo Giustini
Officer (as Carlo Giutini)
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Giovanni Di Benedetto
Officer (as Gianni Di Benedetto)
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Robert Hall
Commander of Gladiators
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Rina Braido
Tavern Reveler
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Joe Robinson
Bearded Gladiator
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Friedrich von Ledebur
Officer (as Frederich Ledebur)
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Maria Zanoli
Beggar Woman
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Vladimiro Picciafuochi
Guard with Rufio
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Sharon Tate
Patrician in Arena (uncredited)
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Sal Borgese
Gladiator