# Jesus Christ Superstar (1973)

> A vivid rock opera reframes the final days of Jesus through Judas's anguished perspective, blending biblical drama with 1970s countercultural performance.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7187

## Facts

- Runtime: 108 min
- Genres: Drama, History
- Director: Norman Jewison
- Cast: Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, Yvonne Elliman, Barry Dennen, Bob Bingham, Larry Marshall, Josh Mostel, Kurt Yaghjian
- TMDB rating: 7.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0070239/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: flamboyant, earnest, provocative, musical theater night, classic cinema exploration

## Synopsis

Experience the final days of a revolutionary figure through a powerful rock opera.

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