Barabbas
Epic account of the thief Barabbas, who was pardoned for his crimes and spared crucifixion when Pilate offered the Israelites a choice to pardon Barabbas or Jesus. Struggling with his spirituality, Barabbas goes through many ordeals leading him to the gladiatorial arena, where he tries to win his freedom and confront his inner demons, ultimately becoming a follower of the man who was crucified in his place.
- Genre: History, Drama, Adventure
- Studio: DDL Cinematografica, Columbia Pictures
- Keyword: epic, roman empire, christianity, crucifixion, bible, biography, peplum, barabbas, 1st century, jesus christ, roman legion, christian film, pôncio pilatos, judeia, pontius pilatus, first emperor of rome
- Cast: Anthony Quinn, Silvana Mangano, Arthur Kennedy, Katy Jurado, Harry Andrews, Vittorio Gassman
