The Robe
A lavish costume drama set during the crucifixion of Jesus and the birth of Christianity in the Roman Empire. Richard Burton, Jean Simmons star. Trivia note: The first movie ever filmed in Cinemascope.
Year: 1953
Genre: Drama, Classic Drama, Spiritual Cinema, Classic Cinema
Country: USA
Director: Henry Koster
Starring: Richard Burton, Jean Simmons, Victor Mature, Michael Rennie
Duration: 128 Minutes
Rating: G
6.8/10
Location in store: Classic Drama
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