This is a very enjoyable movie. I think a movie should be judged by itself, as a viewing experience, and not just on the basis of comparisons to other movies, which can be unfair.
For example, this movie is compared to Ben-Hur, but they are not really comparable. This is a nice bio-epic about St. Peter, one of history's most important figures. Remember the Vatican Cathedral is named St. Peter's.
Yet how many people know that much about Peter, who Jesus called "the Rock" and said he would build his Church on him. He was so big and strong and wonderfully played by Howard Keel. Even when he is not singing, Keel has a wonderful voice when speaking.
The sets are also great, and the acting is fine throughout.
I strongly recommend this as a relaxing and interesting 3 hour viewing experience.
For example, this movie is compared to Ben-Hur, but they are not really comparable. This is a nice bio-epic about St. Peter, one of history's most important figures. Remember the Vatican Cathedral is named St. Peter's.
Yet how many people know that much about Peter, who Jesus called "the Rock" and said he would build his Church on him. He was so big and strong and wonderfully played by Howard Keel. Even when he is not singing, Keel has a wonderful voice when speaking.
The sets are also great, and the acting is fine throughout.
I strongly recommend this as a relaxing and interesting 3 hour viewing experience.