Barabbas
6.9/10
Rating
137 min
Runtime
1961
Release Year
Richard Fleischer
Director
Cast
Anthony Quinn, Silvana Mangano, Arthur Kennedy, Katy Jurado, Harry Andrews
Quick Synopsis
Barabbas, a thief sentenced to crucifixion, is unexpectedly released when Pontius Pilate offers the crowd a choice to free either him or Jesus of Nazareth. After being spared, Barabbas faces a deep spiritual crisis and undergoes several hardships that eventually lead him to become a gladiator. As he fights for his freedom in the arena, he confronts his past and inner struggles, ultimately finding faith in Jesus, the man who was crucified in his place.
Detailed Synopsis of Barabbas
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.
