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When Roman tribune Marcellus Gallio (Richard Burton) is sent to Jerusalem, one of his assignments is the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Marcellus, a cynical and hardened man, wins the robe Jesus wore to the crucifixion while gambling with other Roman soldiers underneath the dying savior. He later becomes convinced that his hallucinations and violent outbursts are the result of a curse received from the robe, which is now in the possession of his escaped slave, Demetrius (Victor Mature), somewhere in the Middle East. He sets out to find Demetrius in order to destroy the robe and the curse and finds faith instead, converting to Christianity. This was the first movie to be filmed in CinemaScope, and won Oscars in 1953 for costume design, art direction, and set decoration. The visual aspects of the film are stunning, and it may be worth viewing for that alone; however, the script and acting leave much to be desired, and you won't find inspiration in these areas if that's what interests you. If, however, you are more interested in this film for its religious matter, the story of the conversion of the hardened Marcellus is inspiring. --James McGrath

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The first movie ever filmed in CinemaScope, THE ROBE ws nominated for five Academy Awards in 1953, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Richard Burton. Burton stars as Marcellus Galilo, the Roman centurian charged with overseeing the crucifixion. But when he wins Christ's robe in a gambling game at the foot of the cross, his life is forever changed.

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1.0 out of 5 stars La tunique, Feb 12 2012

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garfield "garfield" (Abitibi) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Robe (DVD)

La tunique est un film qui n'est vraiment pas inspiré de la Parole de Dieu
Belles images pour les nostalgiques des années 50, 60

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars "as for me, I have found another king", April 27 2004

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Alejandra Vernon "artist & illustrator" (Long Beach, California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Robe, the (VHS Tape)

A marvelous epic melodrama, with portions that are emotionally stirring, and with two exceedingly attractive stars, this film ranks high in the "sword and sandals" genre.
This is prime-time Richard Burton, at age 27, heavenly to look at and even better to listen to; his crisp enunciation makes the English language shine, and though some of his scenes are a little "over the top", he carries them off with charismatic presence. Jean Simmons is exquisite as Diana, the woman who has loved Marcellus (Burton) since childhood, and their screen romance has a rare depth and spark.
Other notable performances come from Victor Mature as Demetrius the slave, with a mute but moving scene at Christ's crucifixion, and Michael Rennie is grand as Peter. Jay Robinson is wonderfully rotten as the vicious Caligula.

I always like a good fight sequence, and there is a brilliantly choreographed one between Marcellus and a centurion. It is the kind of swordplay great Shakespearean actors have perfected, and it is a delight to watch.
Directed by Henry Koster, it has an exceptional score by Alfred Newman, and vibrant Technicolor cinematography by Leon Shamroy. I like the way the night scenes have a deep blue glow to them, and the costumes are wonderful. Oscars went to Best Art Direction/Set Design (color) and Best Costume design (color). It was also nominated for Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Cinematography (color), and was the first film to be released in CinemaScope.
I saw this film many years ago, and had thought it a little silly, but we have both aged well; I can now watch it repeatedly, and appreciate the depictions of courage, and the beauty and humanity of it. Total running time is 2 hours and 13 minutes.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent Biblical epic film to watch around Easter time, April 12 2009

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Frances L. Arsenault "lover of literature" (Nanaimo, BC, Canada) - See all my reviews
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I love a Biblical epic film like Cecil B. DeMille's The Ten Commandments; the animated film The Prince of Egypt; and the 2007 film The Nativity Story for Christmas. I love those films including this film The Robe, that is based on the novel by Lloyd C. Douglas, it is an excellent film to watch around Easter time...or any time.

The film (like the book) tells about the aftermath of the crucifixion of Jesus through the experiences of a Roman tribune named Marcellus Gallio, who commanded the unit in charge of the crucifixion. The man goes on a journey, following the path Jesus took and meets many people whose lives Jesus had affected. Through this journey, both the tribune and also his childhood sweetheart/fiancé are challenged to explore their faith and question various norms they have embraced all their life. I am thinking of reading the original book...I know that is a bit unorthodox, but that's me. You know, not many people today know of authors like Lloyd C. Douglas.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Were you out there?
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Published 20 months ago by bernie

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Cinemascope Epic
Richard Burton gives a good performance as his soul contorts his mind after being given divine inspiration. The story and photography are well done. Read more

Published on April 21 2004 by kametamorphic

1.0 out of 5 stars possible one of the worst films ever made
rent this! it has to be seen to be believed.
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Published on April 21 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars I Strongly Disagree
I strongly disagree with the editor's review that said the script and acting leave much to be desired. Read more

Published on April 7 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Does not get much better than this!
I had the pleasure of watching this again last night. What a wonderful film.

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Published on April 5 2004 by J. Botha

4.0 out of 5 stars Wide Screen Classic
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Published on Mar 22 2004 by Stephen Reginald

4.0 out of 5 stars Elaborate, moving Biblical epic
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Published on Mar 5 2004 by B. W. Fairbanks

5.0 out of 5 stars The Story of God's Love
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An epic in its time due its being the first motion picture in Cinemascope, it remains a great testimony to the values and morals of its producers and director. Read more

Published on Mar 4 2004 by Doris Morgan

2.0 out of 5 stars my rating refers to the DVD, not the actual film
The first film ever made in cinemascope deserves much much more than the shoddy treament it's been given here. Read more

Published on Jan 11 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful nostalgia piece
The Robe was the first Fox Widescreen film with many good things to look out for. As a whole it has too much of Victor Mature to make it totally likeable, but then it has Jean... Read more

Published on Dec 28 2003