Review of Barabbas (1961) by Tp B — 04 Mar 2009

You've got to love Borgnine. Quinn is Quinn is Quinn :).

This review of Barabbas (1961) was written by Tp B on 04 Mar 2009.

Barabbas has generally received positive reviews.

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The 2 star are only for Anthony Quinn who makes this movie watchable, the rest is a stupid and false story that makes no sens what so ever…

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By Frank M (727) on 14 Feb 2008

Well worth seeing and pardon my dark side of humour, but imagine they crucified Barabbas... would there have been a Bible and Christianity…

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Anthony Quinn as the notorious Biblical figure, in a tale of the rest of his life after the crucifixion of the Christ. Owned on DVD…

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Barabbas is such a sweetheart. Obviously, factually challenged. But it's not intended to be. It's a Christian parable…

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By Stefan G (492) on 07 Mar 2013

Barabbas is a haunting and fascinating look at the man who was chosen in place of Jesus by the Jewish people…

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By Mike C (1,722) on 30 Aug 2007

A rather under appreciated biblical epic. Well executed concept and Anthony Quinn was amazing. Could have used more Silvana Mangano…

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