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.
Directing | Richard Fleischer | Director |
Writing | Ivo Perilli | Writer |
Writing | Salvatore Quasimodo | Writer |
Writing | Christopher Fry | Writer |
Writing | Nigel Balchin | Writer |
Writing | Diego Fabbri | Writer |
Editing | Alberto Gallitti | Editor |
Editing | Raymond Poulton | Editor |
Costume & Make-Up | Maria De Matteis | Costume Design |
Camera | Aldo Tonti | Director of Photography |
Production | Mario Chiari | Production Designer |
Production | Dino De Laurentiis | Producer |
Writing | Pär Lagerkvist | Novel |
Sound | Mario Nascimbene | Original Music Composer |
Art | Mario Chiari | Art Direction |