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Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.
In ancient Rome, a Roman army officer named Marcellus Gallio wins the robe of Jesus in a dice game following the crucifixion. Haunted by the robe's presence and plagued by nightmares, Marcellus begins a spiritual journey of redemption. His experiences lead him to embrace Christianity and become a follower of Christ, much to the dismay of Emperor Caligula.
The Robe was a major commercial success and a critical darling upon its release, hailed for its epic scope, religious themes, and pioneering use of CinemaScope. It was praised for its grandeur and its powerful narrative, resonating with audiences of the time who were captivated by its biblical story and visual spectacle. The film cemented its place as a classic of religious cinema.
Praised for its ambitious scope and groundbreaking CinemaScope presentation.
Lauded for its impactful portrayal of faith and redemption in a historical setting.
Recognized for its strong performances, particularly Richard Burton's.
Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated 'The Robe' for its compelling story of faith and transformation, finding it to be an inspiring and visually impressive film. Many enjoyed the epic scale and the emotional depth of the narrative, with particular praise for the performances and the film's spiritual message.
Won 2 Academy Awards (Best Art Direction-Set Decoration, Color; Best Costume Design, Color) out of 5 nominations. Also received nominations for Best Picture and Best Actor (Richard Burton).
The Robe was the first feature film ever shot in the wide-screen CinemaScope process, revolutionizing the cinematic experience and encouraging other studios to adopt the format.
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Richard Burton ("Gallio") leads the cast in this lavishly colourful toga and sandals tale of a Roman Tribune who falls foul of a wonderfully over-the-top Jay Robinson as "Caligula" at a slave auction. As punishment, he and his newly bought ...