The life of Christ is chronicled in this 1977 TV-biography directed by Franco Zeffirelli, who imbues the drama with sensitivity and reverence.
Christ's teachings and miracles bring Him new followers and John the Baptist is imprisoned by Herod Antipas.
Judas implores Zerah to let Jesus appear before the Sanhedrin in Jerusalem, where "He will be handed over to the unbelievers."
The drama concludes with powerful scenes of Christ's condemnation, His agony on the cross and the Resurrection.
Unofficial recut by german filmmaker Michael Pate
