# Barabbas (1961)

> A condemned thief survives the crucifixion meant for him and is swept through Roman slavery, violence, and spiritual uncertainty.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/14311

## Facts

- Runtime: 137 min
- Genres: History, Drama, Adventure
- Director: Richard Fleischer
- Cast: Anthony Quinn, Silvana Mangano, Arthur Kennedy, Katy Jurado, Harry Andrews, Vittorio Gassman, Norman Wooland, Valentina Cortese
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055774/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: brutal
- Mood: grave, epic, spiritually searching, classic cinema night, historical epic marathon

## Synopsis

A man condemned to death finds himself on a path of redemption and self-discovery.

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