Review of Jesus of Montreal (1989) by Howard L — 28 Jan 2008

Un grand film philosophique qui nous emerveille et nous questionne, grace au talent et au courage de Denys Arcand.

This review of Jesus of Montreal (1989) was written by Howard L on 28 Jan 2008.

Jesus of Montreal has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Christopher M (1,030) on 31 May 2008

Ah hm....The modern day retelling of Jesus worked for the overall film...but do we really need to see more corruption of the church material…

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By Mark R (985) on 03 Mar 2008

Fascinating interpretation of the life of Jesus and his relevance in the contemporary world…

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By Alexander J (121) on 06 Apr 2008

This film gives new, if not subversively edifying meaning to being, imitators of Christ. Highly recommended for mature Christian audiences…

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By John B (4,244) on 15 Feb 2010

My very first of a lot of things. My first indie. My first foray into Quebecois film…

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By Andreas S (66) on 22 Jul 2010

This movie changed my outlook on life for the better. Thanks Denys…

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By Steve F (389) on 19 Mar 2008

Fun movie, interwoven themes of theatre and religion provide much food for thought on multiple viewings…

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By Jessie H (42) on 23 Jan 2008

Fantastic movie. If you have not seen it, rent it right away…

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By Marquard P (18) on 16 Feb 2008

Good movie, because it touches the unspoken subject of what can happen when the idea of God being human takes hold…

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By Kevin J (569) on 29 Mar 2016

Jesus of Montreal is a great film and a very compelling take on Christ in modern times…

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Denys Arcand made this original movie, in which life imitates art, at the peak of his career, right after Decline of the American Empire…

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