Robe | Richard Burton, Jean Simmons

Robe | Richard Burton, Jean Simmons | Classic

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Robe

	Robe Richard Burton, Jean Simmons 20th Century Fox, 2001 average customer review:based on 99 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

When Roman tribune Marcellus Gallio (Richard Burton) is sent to Jerusalem, one of his assignments is the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Marcellus, a cynical and hardened man, wins the robe Jesus wore to the crucifixion while gambling with other Roman soldiers underneath the dying savior. He later becomes convinced that his hallucinations and violent outbursts are the result of a curse received from the robe, which is now in the possession of his escaped slave, Demetrius (Victor Mature), somewhere in the Middle East. He sets out to find Demetrius in order to destroy the robe and the curse and finds faith instead, converting to Christianity. This was the first movie to be filmed in CinemaScope, and won Oscars in 1953 for costume design, art direction, and set decoration. The visual aspects of the film are stunning, and it may be worth viewing for that alone; however, the script and acting leave much to be desired, and you won't find inspiration in these areas if that's what interests you. If, however, you are more interested in this film for its religious matter, the story of the conversion of the hardened Marcellus is inspiring. --James McGrath

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The Robe

An excellent moving picture. Is also historical, thought provoking, and biblical. One of my favorites.

Classic

I had read the book years ago and wanted to see the movie. Richard Burton is outstanding.

excellent story

Richard Burton and Jean Simmons. Wow, what a combination. This is a wonderful movie. I'm not that fond of the ending, but you can't except to know what Heaven holds for any of us. Enjoy.

Classic film

DVD arrived earlier than expected and in good condition. This is one of the classics and I love it.

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