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1965 · 137 min · NR

The Gospel According to St. Matthew

Directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini · Drama

The Gospel According to St. Matthew (1965) is a Drama film, directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini set in Galilee and Jerusalem during ancient times.

A biopic, with a contemplative tone. Themes of faith / religion run throughout.

Composer
Luis Bacalov
Cinematography
Tonino Delli Colli
Cast
Enrique IrazoquiMargherita CarusoSusanna PasoliniMarcello MoranteMario SocrateSettimio Di PortoAlfonso GattoLuigi Barbini

The world of this film

Setting

Where
GalileeJerusalem
Setting
RuralDesert
When
Ancient

Premise & themes

Premise
Biopic
Themes
Faith / Religion
Tone
Contemplative

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Slow Burn
Based on
Historical Fiction

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