Rossellini takes numerous liberties with the original source material, rearranging and omitting events at will, presenting everything in a highly undramatic fashion. The film begins in the time of the Old Testament, allowing Rossellini to present the story of Jesus in its ancient, historic context.
Unfortunately the movie The Messiah is not yet available on HBO Max.
Writing | Roberto Rossellini | Screenplay |
Writing | Silvia D'Amico Bendicò | Screenplay |
Directing | Roberto Rossellini | Director |
Production | Claude Baks | Co-Producer |
Sound | Mario Nascimbene | Music |
Production | Silvia D'Amico Bendicò | Producer |
Editing | Jolanda Benvenuti | Editor |
Camera | Mario Montuori | Director of Photography |
Directing | Mark Lombardo | Second Assistant Director |
Art | Giorgio Bertolini | Art Direction |
Costume & Make-Up | Marcella De Marchis | Costume Design |
Art | Osvaldo Desideri | Set Decoration |