Review of Jesus Christ Superstar (2000) by Becky S — 25 Apr 2007

Biblical musical intelligently staged in a historic/modern setting - Rik Myall is great as Herod.

This review of Jesus Christ Superstar (2000) was written by Becky S on 25 Apr 2007.

Jesus Christ Superstar has generally received positive reviews.

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By Craig P (288) on 26 Jan 2008

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By ● Nate & (91) on 21 May 2008

Perhaps not as great as the original, perhaps the Jesus, and Pilate, and many other elements of this are lacking...but Judas simply shines…

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By Jerome S (106) on 03 Feb 2008

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By Edgar C (1,352) on 14 Aug 2009

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By Michel X (5) on 24 Feb 2010

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