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Life and Passion of Jesus Christ/From the Manger to the Cross (1905)

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These early examples of silent cinema galvanized the general public into entering movie theatres for the first time. THE LIFE AND PASSION OF JESUS CHRIST was directed by Ferdinand Zecca and Lucien Nonguet, and has been carefully restored from the original 35mm prints. FROM THE MANGER TO THE CROSS was filmed in Palestine and Egypt, and chronologically depicts the story of Jesus Christ.

Unrated, 37 min.

Faith & Spirituality

On DVD: Apr 8, 2003

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But aside from the historical value ... there's not a lot here to keep one's attention

July 28, 2008 Full Review Source: Goatdog's Movies

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Michael W. Phillips, Jr.

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The action-movie answer to the life of Jesus

April 14, 2006 Full Review Source: Movie Habit

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Marty Mapes

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A remarkable relic from the very dawn of cinema… [Like] an icon's lack of naturalism… the very staginess and pageant-like nature have a timeless quality that encourages reflection on the gospel events themselves.

July 4, 2003 Full Review Source: Decent Films Guide

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Steven D. Greydanus

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yep, well the silent film was made in 1902, and it was fascinating to watch with the little special effects they had at the time to use the other to films were a waste of my eye strain

April 26, 2004