The Last Temptation of Christ
Jesus, a humble Judean carpenter beginning to see that he is the son of God, is drawn into revolutionary action against the Roman occupiers by Judas -- despite his protestations that love, not violence, is the path to salvation. The burden of being the savior of mankind torments Jesus throughout his life, leading him to doubt.
Critics Sentiment
Jesus realizes deception crawls back through burning Jerusalem to cross
Angel brings Jesus to Mary Magdalene whom he marries
The dramatic rise from the controversial domestic fantasy sequence to the powerful spiritual climax where Jesus chooses martyrdom over earthly happiness
Reviews show strong appreciation for Scorsese's bold vision and Dafoe's compelling performance, with consistent praise for the film's psychological depth and spiritual complexity. The controversial 'last temptation' sequence polarized viewers but was ultimately vindicated by the transcendent ending. Most critics recognized it as a deeply religious work that challenged conventional depictions while honoring the core spiritual message.
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Willem Dafoe
Jesus
Harvey Keitel
Judas
Paul Greco
Zealot
Steve Shill
Centurian
Verna Bloom
Mary, Mother of Jesus
Barbara Hershey
Mary Magdalene
Roberts Blossom
Aged Master
Barry Miller
Jeroboam
Gary Basaraba
Andrew, Apostle
Irvin Kershner
Zebedee
Victor Argo
Peter, Apostle
Michael Been
John, Apostle
Paul Herman
Phillip, Apostle
John Lurie
James, Apostle
Leo Burmester
Nathaniel, Apostle
Andre Gregory
John the Baptist
Peggy Gormley
Martha, Sister of Lazarus
Randy Danson
Mary, Sister of Lazarus
Robert Spafford
Man at Wedding
Doris von Thury
Woman with Mary, Mother of Jesus
Crew
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