Barabbas 1961

Name: Barabbas
Released: 1961-12-23
Cast: Anthony Quinn, Silvana Mangano, Arthur Kennedy, Katy Jurado, Harry Andrews

Synopsis:

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.

Directed by:	Richard Fleischer
Written by:	Diego Fabbri & Ivo Perilli & Nigel Balchin & Christopher Fry & Salvatore Quasimodo
Runtime:	137 minutes
Critics score:	100 / 100
Tagline:	The man of violence in whose place Christ died