Moses the Lawgiver

Dec 22, 1974

2h 21m

★ 5.9

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Overview

The epic story of Moses, who led the Israelites out of slavery, parted the Red Sea and received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. Originally a TV Miniseries recut for theaters

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Cast

Moses

Burt Lancaster

Aaron

Anthony Quayle

Miriam

Ingrid Thulin

Zippora

Irene Papas

Josua

Aharon Ipalé

Eliseba

Marina Berti

Dathan

Yosef Shiloach

Jitro

Shmuel Rodensky

Prinzessin Bithia

Mariangela Melato

Pharao Mernefta

Laurent Terzieff

Der junge Moses

Bill Lancaster

Magier

Jacques Herlin

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3.0

Ungrateful

Feb 8, 2010

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7.0

José do Egito - O Filme

Dec 30, 2016

No overview available.

7.3

The Bible: In the Beginning...

Sep 28, 1966

Covering only the first 22 chapters of the Book of Genesis, vignettes include: Adam and Eve frolicking in the Garden of Eden until their indulgence in the forbidden fruit sees them driven out; Cain murdering his brother Abel; Noah building an ark to preserve the animals of the world from the coming flood; and Abraham making a covenant with God.

6.2

Genesis: The Creation and the Flood

Sep 16, 1994

An all-enveloping darkness. Suddenly, a child's voice, frightened, questioning, pierces the darkness... The first flickering rays of light begin to sculpt mysterious shapes out of the darkness... Among them, a very old man. He reassures the child, exhorting him to see the wonders of the earth. And it is with this child's eyes that we will witness the creation of the world.

7.8

The Ten Commandments

Oct 5, 1956

Escaping death, a Hebrew infant is raised in a royal household to become a prince. Upon discovery of his true heritage, Moses embarks on a personal quest to reclaim his destiny as the leader and liberator of the Hebrew people.

6.6

One Night with the King

Oct 10, 2006

In Biblical times, a girl disguises her Jewish origins when the Persian king comes looking for a new bride among his subjects.

6.9

Barabbas

Dec 23, 1961

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.

6.0

Samson and Gideon

Jan 1, 1965

Consisting of two segments, the film is centered on two great Israelite leaders found in the Book of Judges.

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0.0

The Bible as Literature: Part 1 - Saga and Story in the Old Testament

Jan 1, 1973

Deals with the Old Testament as a collection of literary forms. Combines paintings with narrative sculptures to relate the saga of the creation, the expulsion from Eden, and the murder of Abel

6.3

Life and Passion of Christ

Feb 11, 1907

The story of the life and passion of Jesus Christ, from the proclamation of his birth to his ascension into heaven.

7.5

Malcolm X

Nov 18, 1992

A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride.

2.0

...und die Bibel hat doch recht

Oct 13, 1977

Film adaptation of Werner Keller's bestselling non-fiction book, which attempts to show in a "less spectacular way than the original" that archaeological finds and findings do not contradict biblical statements.

0.0

Bible Battles

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8.3

Ark of the Covenant: The Bible’s Origins

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7.2

Who Wrote The Bible? Revelations About One of the Greatest Mysteries In History

Mar 4, 2021

A fascinating archaeological and scientific investigation on the world's best-selling book. When was the Bible written ? Who wrote it? Under what circumstances ? For what purpose ? These questions have long remained unanswered. With the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls in 1947, the thorough study of the texts, the advances in science, and the recent archaeological discoveries, one of the greatest historical mysteries is gradually being unveiled. Meet the most eminent specialists in the Bible who try to unearth brand new information and answer the enigmatic and fundamental question : who wrote the Holy Book ?

6.4

The Greatest Story Ever Told

Apr 9, 1965

From his birth in Bethlehem to his death and eventual resurrection, the life of Jesus Christ is given the all-star treatment in this epic retelling. Major aspects of Christ's life are touched upon, including the execution of all the newborn males in Egypt by King Herod; Christ's baptism by John the Baptist; and the betrayal by Judas after the Last Supper that eventually leads to Christ's crucifixion and miraculous return.

8.8

The Visual Bible: Matthew

Oct 1, 1993

The only dramatization using the actual scriptures...word for word from the New International Version (NIV). In Israel, then known as Judea of the Roman Empire, Nazarene Jesus Christ travels around the country with His disciples preaching to the people about God and salvation of their souls.