Can anyone imagine the "Pitch Meeting" of Webber and Rice saying, "We want to make a Rock Opera about the ministry and death of Jesus Christ." After the execs were revived with ammonia vials and cold compresses, the idea was executed perfectly. Not only was it an amazing success, but a classic for all generations. While many feel it is blasphemous, I know a significant number of people who became Christ following Christians as a result of the album, play, and even the movie.
NOW this review is about the movie. How Jewison was not able to cobble a few million together for this is a mystery considering how much profit was seen w/ stage production. But, considering the lack of funds, the movie hits really hard. It kinda incorporates all peoples from all times, i.e. The Roman soldiers who look like construction workers.
Virtually all actors did an exceptional job. Carl Anderson was stellar in his role of Judas. Not only did his voice carry the power and passion of the part, but his acting was equally superb. The only fault I find is in the overacting of the actor who played Pontius Pilate.
This is one of those albums and movies I must watch during Christmas and Easter along with Jesus of Nazareth and the likes. This movie is a blessing imho.
NOW this review is about the movie. How Jewison was not able to cobble a few million together for this is a mystery considering how much profit was seen w/ stage production. But, considering the lack of funds, the movie hits really hard. It kinda incorporates all peoples from all times, i.e. The Roman soldiers who look like construction workers.
Virtually all actors did an exceptional job. Carl Anderson was stellar in his role of Judas. Not only did his voice carry the power and passion of the part, but his acting was equally superb. The only fault I find is in the overacting of the actor who played Pontius Pilate.
This is one of those albums and movies I must watch during Christmas and Easter along with Jesus of Nazareth and the likes. This movie is a blessing imho.