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Features: DVD, Special Edition, Widescreen, Aspect Ratio 2.35:1, Dolby Digital Stereo, Spanish, French Subtitled
This dazzling interpretation of the hit Tim Rice-Andrew Lloyd Webber rock opera tells the story of Christ's (Ted Neeley) final weeks in a bold and epic production. Shot entirely on location in Israel, producer-director Norman Jewison creates a brilliant example of modern movie making with groundbreaking vision and the unforgettable songs and music of Rice and Webber. Nominated for several Golden Globe Awards including Best Picture, Best Actor and Best Actress, this legendary classic is a collector's must-have in this spectacular Special Edition.
Editor's Note
An innovative example of modern techniques in moviemaking, this famous rock opera depicts the last week of Christ's life. Norman Jewison (MOONSTRUCK; IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT) directed this thrilling adaptation of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical, starring Ted Neeley as Jesus and Carl Anderson as Judas Iscariot. Among the classic songs in the film are "I Don't Know How to Love Him," "Hosanna," and "King Herod's Song (Try It and See)." The song score was nominated for an Academy Award.
Plot Summary
Based on the smash-hit Broadway musical, this colorful adaptation tells the story of a group of teenage actors who travel to Israel to reenact the Passion of Christ. The story is told through a lively and engaging series of song-and-dance numbers.
| Features | An Exclusive Interview With Master Lyricist Tim Rice | | Audio: English Dolby Digital Stereo | | Cast & Filmmaker's Bios | | Feature Commentary With Directory Norman Jewison And Actor Ted Neeley | | Interactive Menus | | Photo Gallery | | Production Notes | | Scene Selection | | Subtitles: English, French, Spanish | | Theatrical Trailer | | Widescreen Presentation |
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Release Information
| | Studio: Universal |
| Release Date: 8/31/2004 |
| Running Time: 107 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 1973 | | Catalog ID: 25786 | | UPC: 00025192578625 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | Anamorphic Widescreen 2.35:1 |
| Cast & Crew
| Awards |
Oscar (1974) | | | Andrew Lloyd Webber, et al., Nominee, Best Music, Scoring Original Song Score and/or Adaptation | |
Golden Globe (1974) | | | Ted Neely, Nominee, Best Motion Picture Actor - Musical/Comedy | | | Carl Anderson, Nominee, Best Motion Picture Actor - Musical/Comedy | | | Yvonne Elliman, Nominee, Best Motion Picture Actress - Musical/Comedy |
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| | Professional Reviews | Rolling Stone
"Groovy!" 09/02/2004 p.152 |
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