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1973 Certificate PG
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Jesus Christ Superstar is a phenomenon: a brilliant example of modern moviemaking that translates a legendary rock opera to the screen. Told entirely in song, images and music, the story focuses on the last week of Christ's life, his betrayal and crucifixion, seen from the point of view of Judas. Producer-director Norman .. Read more

Starring Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, Yvonne Elliman
Director Norman Jewison
Genres Music/Musical

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Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar is a phenomenon: a brilliant example of modern moviemaking that translates a legendary rock opera to the screen. Told entirely in song, images and music, the story focuses on the last week of Christ's life, his betrayal and crucifixion, seen from the point of view of Judas. Producer-director Norman Jewison shot his film entirely on location in Israel, and fills the screen with a never-ending series of dazzling images.

Starring Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, Yvonne Elliman
Director Norman Jewison
Run time DVD: 1 hr 48 mins
Certificate Certificate PG
Genres Music/Musical
Language DVD: English
Released Production year: 1973

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      Fantastic

      This is the best rendition of this classic rock opera. I saw it in 1973 when it first hit the cinema, dragged in by a mate on a rainy afternoon not really ... read more »

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    • Rated - 4.0 stars  

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      RAW PASSION

      Superb and largely-orthodox adaptation of a classic tale with a focus on Judas Iscariot. He is presented as both an intellectual and as a religious ... read more »

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      What a snoozer.

      What a dreary snoozer of A film. I loved the music of Andrew LLoyd Weber. I didn't enjoy watching it murdered here. The only one who could sing was Judas. ... read more »

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    An Mary Magdalene Intimate Portrait

    Scherzinger set for Jesus Christ Superstar movie?

    • WENN Newsdesk
    • 01 Nov 2011

    Nicole Scherzinger is reportedly in talks to play Mary Magdalene in a new big screen adaptation of hit musical Jesus Christ Superstar. The pop star and TV talent show judge is being lined up to play Jesus' female disciple in a re-imagining of Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's rock opera, which was made into a film in 1973. Scherzinger has been in negotiations with Lord Webber since earlier this year (11) after falling in love with the music, according to The Sun. A source tells the... Read more

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    • Jesus Christ Superstar
      Jesus Christ Superstar is a phenomenon: a brilliant example of modern moviemaking that translates a legendary rock opera to the screen. Told entirely in song, images and music, the story focuses on the last week of Christ's life, his betrayal and crucifixion, seen from the point of view of Judas. ...