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Critic Nick Allen
rated 10

Simultaneously gorgeous and eye-opening, the film uses its grace to preach about the potential of storytelling—especially when it comes from an underrepresented perspective.

Read full review at Roger Ebert
Critic Mieke Vanderborght
rated 6

This earnest retelling of an ancient tale is scenically beautiful, even as the story plods slowly along. Wide shots of craggy mountainsides, crystal blue seas, and the imposing, bustling city of Jerusalem are a pleasure to watch.

Read full review at Common Sense Media

Cast & Crew

Garth Davis
Director
Tchéky Karyo
As Elisha
Joaquin Phoenix
As Jesus
Lubna Azabal
As Susannah
Denis Ménochet
As Daniel
David Schofield
As Thomas

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In the first century, a young woman named Mary Magdalene leaves her small fishing village and traditional family behind to join a radical new social movement led by a charismatic preacher named Jesus. Mary, who is seeking a new way of life, finds her place within the movement and embarks on a spiritual journey that takes her to Jerusalem. Along the way, she faces challenges and confronts her own demons, but ultimately discovers a sense of purpose and belonging. This movie is an authentic and humanizing portrait of one of history's most mysterious and misunderstood figures, Mary Magdalene.

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