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1988 · 164 min · R

The Last Temptation of Christ

Directed by Martin Scorsese · Drama

The Last Temptation of Christ (1988) is a Drama film, directed by Martin Scorsese set in Jerusalem and Judea during ancient times. It runs 164 minutes and is rated R.

A biopic, with a contemplative and bleak tone. Themes of faith / religion and fate & destiny run throughout.

Composer
Peter Gabriel
Cinematography
Michael Ballhaus
Cast
Willem DafoeHarvey KeitelPaul GrecoSteve ShillVerna BloomBarbara HersheyRoberts BlossomBarry Miller

The world of this film

Setting

Where
JerusalemJudea
Setting
DesertUrbanRural
When
Ancient

Premise & themes

Premise
Biopic
Themes
Faith / ReligionFate & Destiny
Tone
ContemplativeBleak

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Historical Fiction

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