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Barabbas

Release Date:October 10, 1962

Running Time:137 min

Genres:Adventure, Drama, History

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Cast

Anthony Quinn Silvana Mangano Arthur Kennedy Katy Jurado Harry Andrews Vittorio Gassman Norman Wooland Valentina Cortese Jack Palance Ernest Borgnine Arnoldo Foà Michael Gwynn

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Synopsis

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.

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