Part of what makes the movie is just how minimalistic it is. The use of the ruins as a main set piece, and not attempting to have and insane amount of people, keeping the whole production very tight like a cast of players was a stroke of genius. It really keeps the stage or performance element intact that can so often be lost when a musical is put to film
And to characteristically explain why there aren't so many people, the film establishes from the beginning that the whole movie is basically a passion play performed by this bus load of modern day(70s) performers in an Israeli desert! It not only helps explain the lack of people, but establishes a precedent with how the show/album can be described as one of the critical means people back then were trying to re access how the public viewed The Christian Bible and religion as a whole. Within the same year the album came out, 1970, you also had Godspell by Stephen Schwarts playing on Broadway, which the public lashed at for it's own attempts at letting the young people of that time develop their own perception of Jesus(as more of a joyous friend to follow, rather than a deity that must be obeyed), when the older generation would rather they stick to "following what the Bible preaches(which is basically THEIR interpretation of it, which many of the younger generation probably saw as two faced with how those in power were willing to continue the then raging Vietnam War "in God's name")". With all this context in mind, for me, this really feels like watching a time capsule for how those of the younger generation tried to respond to the time period they were living in(as with the modern day references and symbols the several anachronistic lyrics in the show were trying to convey), and helps paint a comparison to what we now face in today’s society(War in Afghanistan, over commodification of political movements and basic necessities for survival, racism in general (both personal and systemic) that hasn’t changed too much in it’s ugliness and influence on the populace as most would like to think, etc.)! :)
@@joseantonioguerreromartine3183 I believe so. The main ruin structures were in Avdat, Israel and at the Herodium fortresses. Cave scenes filmed in Beit Guvrin, Israel in the Bell Caves.
Look at Pilate, right after he says "You're Herod's case". He changes expression, looks like he recognizes in Jesus the man who was in his dream. And the way he turns his back at Jesus, his expression, the way he walks away, is so: "Oh no...it cannot be". He actually realizes that his nightmare 's gonna come true.
Also Pilate's wife, while she has not lines to tell, has a very impressive expression on her face and in her eyes, while she looks at her husband and at Jesus. Very beautiful and good actress. We understand that she cannot speak or act in that matter, but if she could...
Honestly my favorite version of Pilate. Barry really brings out the humans side of him. I seen many versions of JCS and everyone else tries too hard to make him intimidating and seems to dehumanize him. tbh whole cast is great.
He certainly captured the British interpretation of how the Romans spoke and behaved. I agree, out of all the actors I've seen in this role, Barry's portrayal is not only the most memorable, but also the best.
Actually the 2000 version managed to paint Pilate as a man trying hard to fulfill his role as intimidating and showing how deeply conflicted he was in a manner which is frankly impressive
Incredible actor who put his whole heart into the role or Pilate. You will be deeply missed and dearly loved Barry. Sending love to his 2 grown children and friends. R.I.P.
To this day he has one of the most interesting voices I’ve ever heard. It can be so soft and sweet and then so rough and gravelly, and both ways are amazing. I love him.
He really did do a kick ass job in this movie me and my grandpa Watch this movie every year and pilot to me every time I see it really did a kick ass job
There is so much about this movie that is so brilliant and spot on. Pilates ironic tone actually reflects his own insecurity. Barry carries both voices so perfectly. Just amazing.
@@a156261a An amazing thing! this silent king!!!! Since you come from galilee then you need not come to me!!!! your herod's race your herod's case!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love how his intonation and facial expressions perfectly compliment each other and enphasize every emotion he feels. You can see him start with curiosity, wondering who is this man, and than a curious amusement of "so this is Jesus Christ", finally seeing the man everyone is talking about. He follows it up with mocking disdain "You look so small, not a king at all". Than, when Jesus says "Your words, not mine", you can see the anger in his face and tone when Pilate says "What do you mean by that?", followed by a certain amusement when he says "You're deep in trouble friend", like he is trying to figure out how can Jesus be so calm in his situation, kind of wondering whether Jesus really understands his situation. Than he goes back to a mocking disdain when he says "Someon Christ, king of the Jews", but now he is more aggressive in his tone. FInaly, he goes back to anger, but now with some added spite and mockery when he says "Since you come from the Galilee, than you need not come to me. You're Herod's race. You're Herod's case." you can feel his spite and anger especially form the "come to me" to "you're Herod's case". And he ends it by having a shocked and scared expression, as he stares Jesus in the eye and recognizes the Galilean from his dream. He is so surprised and gets so frightened by the memory of his dream he immediately turns around and goes away, he doesn't want to spend any more time near Jesus. It's just a brilliant scene and a masterclass in acting.
The path to walk up to the very top of where Pilate was standing was so crumbly and so unstable that Barry Dennen was thrown over the shoulder of the key grip and carried up. When he got to the top Norman Jewison asked him to get closer to the edge and he got right on it. They filmed it one take and thankfully Barry didn’t fall to his death
@@hannahlarocco4699The mountain Pilate, the Romans, and Christ are standing on represents Pilate’s palace. Fun fact: in the Spanish recording of Jesus Christ Superstar, the name references his palace by changing the name from ‘Pilate and Christ’ to “Palacio de Pilatos”(Palace of Pilate) to reference the in-show location.
HIs wife knows from the beginning of the scene and Pilate realizes it when he is face to face. He knows he will see him again and the dream is beginning to come true. Even as a non believer I enjoy this because of actors like Barry, he fills the screen with his character, he shows his desire to be powerful as a Roman leader but shows his vulnerability as a human with no choice in the matter, as Jesus says its all set and no one can change it.
The music...the cast...the performances in this film...top notch! Classic! Every remake after just doesn't have the potent magic of the original. No topping that...ever!
This is a masterpiece, what a superior performance from both Ted Neeley & Barry Denney.. No one can top them on their artistic talent, they've brought both characters alive with justice with their unblemished performance. Its truly exemplary & remarkable.
WHAT.... do, you MEAN by THAT!!!??? That is NOT an AAAAANSWERRRR.... LOL perfection. (I often go with this, when someone says something stupid to me. They are invariably confused, but it cracks ME up. LOL) FYI - After Pontius Pilate was fired by the Romans he took a job as the executive assistant manager at the Overlook Hotel
I see a lot of Jay Robinson's performance as Emperor Caliguia in The Robe in this. Arrogant, high strung, disdainful of those whom he sees as beneath him. And yet, for just one moment before he turns away, he seems to catch something in Jesus' eyes that shakes him. Just a brilliant performance.
@@musicman7416 What’s her full name? I’ve been looking for it in the IMBD website, as someone else in the comment thread was asking who this actor was.
The brief expression on Pilate at 2:21 is absolutely genius. It’s not a grimace of derision, it’s like Pilate already feels Jesus’ innocence, and is more disgusted at what he knows he will ultimately have to do. Barry was a brilliant actor in this role.
Great scene. I love the "Someone Christ, Kind of the Jews" line (and the way the solider handles the machine gun is on point). I also love the quick look Pilate gives Christ at the end, before he turns his back on him.
This movie, Dark Side of the Moon, Selling England by the Pound, Phantom of the Paradise, everything perfect about 1973 I've always said. Can't fault that list.
Everything about this scene is an understated emphasis on just how powerful the Roman occupation must have been. In the opening the Romans are almost inaccessibly out of reach, and Pilate has to descend from on high just to even carry on a conversation. The part that really gets it across, however, is at 1:29. The expression on the woman's face when Jesus gives Pilate the wrong answer says it all.
Well the Romans who aren't Romans are wielding machine guns, and Pilate, the Fifth Prefect under Emperor Tiberius, apparently lives on the side of a mountain and thinks a cliff side is a hallway.
All of these questions are answered at the start of the movie, when a bunch of 70s actors arrive on location in a "modern" bus and start loading all the props and costumes that will later become relevant, in one of the greatest Chechov's Guns ever to be seen.
I’ve seen several stage performances of this on youtube and just saw a live stage version last night and I can say nothing beats the movie (imo). I feel like the movie has a bit more grime on it in a good way. You can feel/see the emotions more whereas I feel in live performances most of the cast are really trying to show their singing chops and it can take away from the story. The cast of the movie have great singing moments, but the acting and emotion come out much more in this version and really help the story telling. Barry’s face when he realizes he’s looking at the man from his dreams is SO good. Also love Barry’s portrayal of Pilate. Every other Pilate I’ve seen seems so angry at Jesus when really I think he’s supposed to be disappointed and sympathetic. Pilate being angry defeats the purpose of Pilate’s Dream.
hippiecheezburger Pilate did know.. His wife had a dream that he needed to be careful or he would be damned in the afterlife. She told him to let Jesus go. That's why he tried so hard to send him away and even sway the mob in Jesus' favor later. He tried to save him from crucifixion.
Why israelliens not spread religion ?did prophetes enjoi not spread religion ? What is their reaction from insist of christiens for spread religion for all all people ? Why they disbelive solomon is he spreading religion in india yemen africa ? 3pharaouses rencontre hurdus for 5 minutes desided kille handrends childrens !! The subject littel complicated than that .....will return
I'm not an expert on Judaism but I think that most are content to let one believe what you want. Unlike Islam and christianity, they are not out trying to recruit new people. I respect that about their religion. Of course there are exceptions, but that is the impression I've always taken away from my Jewish friends. If I'm wrong feel free to correct me.
Holy shit. His voice sounds like his age until he hits the high notes. Then we back in the early 70s. The musical was made before I was born but it still hits as hard.
in 1974, when i was 10, i saw the movie "jesus christ superstar". when i saw barry dennen as pilate, i thought, "oh my god, he doesn't look the part." as time went on and i processed the movie, i just can't imagine anyone else playing the role of pilate other than barry dennen. the original cast of this show was just perfect for looks, acting and singing. i'm agnostic. the movie and songs is what i would imagine jesus and his followers would have felt and acted if this was true. the songs just hit an emotional cord with me on how someone would have reacted and felt in a similar situation.
I told my wife that I was going to sing this at karaoke and wanted her to critique me. Then I sang it Michael Palin Life of Brian-style. Most I’ve made her laugh in a long time.
I got to say Jesus Christ Superstar is probably my favorite rock opera ever, just so well written from the musics production from Weber to the perfect lyrics from Tim Rice, the original album is probably better but I think the film really worked out well too
By THIS you mean like a whiny, frightened brat with a superiority complex and a good singing vioce? XD I mean, sure this is the template, but this Pilate grated on my nerves even when I watched it for the first time. Matter of taste, I suppose.
Polly Pockets I couldn't agree more. These characters had had so many interpretations over the years, we are lucky to be able to pick our favourite one. Though none of them is artistically worse than the other :)
This and the 2000 version are brilliant. This for the subtleties of gesture and that for the harshness of the ends of some of the sentences. Now imagine if both were done together. Now someone needs to give the costume designer a slap here as maroon is NOT purple.
I think i Read somewhere where they cut in with Tanks, The Jets and the Machine Guns its was a statement of the On going Turmoil of the Region as stated early in the movie by Jesus.
Actually, according to the 3D sculpture made from the image on Shroud of Turin, Jesus was said to be at least 6 ft tall and quite regal looking compared to how most other men appeared there in those days! (@ at 1:08 to 1:20)
The Shroud's authenticity is still controversial. Plus, IIRC there was a prophecy in the Old Testament saying the Messiah would be dull looking, a rather common face that would not draw attention. Almost nothing is known about Jesus' appearance.
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Every single micro-facial expression on Barry Dennen's face is perfection.
Afraid to blink and miss a moment actually
He was in Stanley Kubrick's the shinning
@@Dinvadbhatmarathi98 Also Fiddler on the Roof.
@@Dinvadbhatmarathi98 Don't you mean The Shining?
@@VC-xj1fs yes he played one of the managers assistants in the beginning of the movie
Part of what makes the movie is just how minimalistic it is. The use of the ruins as a main set piece, and not attempting to have and insane amount of people, keeping the whole production very tight like a cast of players was a stroke of genius. It really keeps the stage or performance element intact that can so often be lost when a musical is put to film
And to characteristically explain why there aren't so many people, the film establishes from the beginning that the whole movie is basically a passion play performed by this bus load of modern day(70s) performers in an Israeli desert!
It not only helps explain the lack of people, but establishes a precedent with how the show/album can be described as one of the critical means people back then were trying to re access how the public viewed The Christian Bible and religion as a whole.
Within the same year the album came out, 1970, you also had Godspell by Stephen Schwarts playing on Broadway, which the public lashed at for it's own attempts at letting the young people of that time develop their own perception of Jesus(as more of a joyous friend to follow, rather than a deity that must be obeyed), when the older generation would rather they stick to "following what the Bible preaches(which is basically THEIR interpretation of it, which many of the younger generation probably saw as two faced with how those in power were willing to continue the then raging Vietnam War "in God's name")".
With all this context in mind, for me, this really feels like watching a time capsule for how those of the younger generation tried to respond to the time period they were living in(as with the modern day references and symbols the several anachronistic lyrics in the show were trying to convey), and helps paint a comparison to what we now face in today’s society(War in Afghanistan, over commodification of political movements and basic necessities for survival, racism in general (both personal and systemic) that hasn’t changed too much in it’s ugliness and influence on the populace as most would like to think, etc.)! :)
wait are does real ruins?? thays mess up
@@joseantonioguerreromartine3183 I believe so. The main ruin structures were in Avdat, Israel and at the Herodium fortresses. Cave scenes filmed in Beit Guvrin, Israel in the Bell Caves.
Not helping
@@hannahlarocco4699 pardon?
Look at Pilate, right after he says "You're Herod's case". He changes expression, looks like he recognizes in Jesus the man who was in his dream. And the way he turns his back at Jesus, his expression, the way he walks away, is so: "Oh no...it cannot be".
He actually realizes that his nightmare 's gonna come true.
Amazing catch, I’ve never noticed that.
Also Pilate's wife, while she has not lines to tell, has a very impressive expression on her face and in her eyes, while she looks at her husband and at Jesus. Very beautiful and good actress. We understand that she cannot speak or act in that matter, but if she could...
Why
Good eye!
how many times did you have to watch it to see it AMAZING
Honestly my favorite version of Pilate. Barry really brings out the humans side of him. I seen many versions of JCS and everyone else tries too hard to make him intimidating and seems to dehumanize him. tbh whole cast is great.
He certainly captured the British interpretation of how the Romans spoke and behaved. I agree, out of all the actors I've seen in this role, Barry's portrayal is not only the most memorable, but also the best.
He also played Pilate in the original 1970 album!
Actually the 2000 version managed to paint Pilate as a man trying hard to fulfill his role as intimidating and showing how deeply conflicted he was in a manner which is frankly impressive
The real Pilate was not the humane man he is often portrayed as.
By far...
Incredible actor who put his whole heart into the role or Pilate. You will be deeply missed and dearly loved Barry. Sending love to his 2 grown children and friends. R.I.P.
Sharon Lee Hamilton absolutely right. RIP
To this day he has one of the most interesting voices I’ve ever heard. It can be so soft and sweet and then so rough and gravelly, and both ways are amazing. I love him.
He really did do a kick ass job in this movie me and my grandpa Watch this movie every year and pilot to me every time I see it really did a kick ass job
Old Romans wearing machineguns will always be the best of the film
Shot in d Israel ruins itself.
Before d Israel vs. Palestine broke out.
He winces after looking Jesus in the eye, like he was scared of him. Genius.
Good eye.
He recognized the man from his dream.
This is very observant of you, Anna! Yes at 2:22, Pilate suddenly gasps. What a great moment. I never noticed.
I’ve seen this movie 37273728828 times and NEVER notices that, nice job!
What does that helping
Barry was the BEST Pilate out of any version of this story. I don’t just mean Superstar. I mean every adaptation of the scriptures
There is so much about this movie that is so brilliant and spot on. Pilates ironic tone actually reflects his own insecurity. Barry carries both voices so perfectly. Just amazing.
The way they just drop the mocking hosanna--goosebumps every single time.
wHAT
DO
YOU MEAN BY THAT
That
is not
an ONNNN-SUR
*YOU'RE*
*D E E P*
*IN TROUBLE, F R I E N D*
@@masarusenpai1952 someone Christ, king of the jeeeews
How can someone
* careful glimpse *
in your state
be so COOOOOOOL
about his fate
@@a156261a An amazing thing! this silent king!!!! Since you come from galilee then you need not come to me!!!! your herod's race your herod's case!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love how his intonation and facial expressions perfectly compliment each other and enphasize every emotion he feels. You can see him start with curiosity, wondering who is this man, and than a curious amusement of "so this is Jesus Christ", finally seeing the man everyone is talking about. He follows it up with mocking disdain "You look so small, not a king at all". Than, when Jesus says "Your words, not mine", you can see the anger in his face and tone when Pilate says "What do you mean by that?", followed by a certain amusement when he says "You're deep in trouble friend", like he is trying to figure out how can Jesus be so calm in his situation, kind of wondering whether Jesus really understands his situation. Than he goes back to a mocking disdain when he says "Someon Christ, king of the Jews", but now he is more aggressive in his tone. FInaly, he goes back to anger, but now with some added spite and mockery when he says "Since you come from the Galilee, than you need not come to me. You're Herod's race. You're Herod's case." you can feel his spite and anger especially form the "come to me" to "you're Herod's case". And he ends it by having a shocked and scared expression, as he stares Jesus in the eye and recognizes the Galilean from his dream. He is so surprised and gets so frightened by the memory of his dream he immediately turns around and goes away, he doesn't want to spend any more time near Jesus. It's just a brilliant scene and a masterclass in acting.
RIP Barry Dennen. What an amazing performance in both the film and the original 1970 album
2:21 the look on his face when he even recognizes him from the dream. Love it!
Even back in 70, I found this short song one of my faves.
Musically and lyrically perfectly sardonic.
Barry was awesome in this movie as Pontius Pilate! An outstanding voice
The path to walk up to the very top of where Pilate was standing was so crumbly and so unstable that Barry Dennen was thrown over the shoulder of the key grip and carried up. When he got to the top Norman Jewison asked him to get closer to the edge and he got right on it. They filmed it one take and thankfully Barry didn’t fall to his death
hej Every single micro-facial expression on Barry Dennen's face is perfection.
If I'm ever at the edge of a cliff, I'll call it a hallway lol. But in all seriousness, great performance
It’s a what
@@hannahlarocco4699The mountain Pilate, the Romans, and Christ are standing on represents Pilate’s palace. Fun fact: in the Spanish recording of Jesus Christ Superstar, the name references his palace by changing the name from ‘Pilate and Christ’ to “Palacio de Pilatos”(Palace of Pilate) to reference the in-show location.
I love that guy who sings someone Christ king of the Jews
Yes thank you. It’s pleasing to my ears how he says it
Funny
I love how this scene is about the length of a full song and yet it seems so short.
I won't lie, I love Pilate's cape.
every single cape in this film is awesome
and the amount of dust that that velvet cape stirs up is hilarious
I can’t disagree
HIs wife knows from the beginning of the scene and Pilate realizes it when he is face to face. He knows he will see him again and the dream is beginning to come true. Even as a non believer I enjoy this because of actors like Barry, he fills the screen with his character, he shows his desire to be powerful as a Roman leader but shows his vulnerability as a human with no choice in the matter, as Jesus says its all set and no one can change it.
The music...the cast...the performances in this film...top notch! Classic! Every remake after just doesn't have the potent magic of the original. No topping that...ever!
agreed
This is a masterpiece, what a superior performance from both Ted Neeley & Barry Denney.. No one can top them on their artistic talent, they've brought both characters alive with justice with their unblemished performance. Its truly exemplary & remarkable.
1:06 the way he says that is so perfect
1:32 HwHaT Do YoU MeAn By THaT?
I just love the way Barry Dennen performs this. The way this moment is staged hooked me completely . I have never seen it bettered.
“You look so small..” this coming from Barry Dennen.
WHAT.... do, you MEAN by THAT!!!??? That is NOT an AAAAANSWERRRR.... LOL perfection. (I often go with this, when someone says something stupid to me. They are invariably confused, but it cracks ME up. LOL)
FYI - After Pontius Pilate was fired by the Romans he took a job as the executive assistant manager at the Overlook Hotel
Pilate was SHOOKETH 😂
I see a lot of Jay Robinson's performance as Emperor Caliguia in The Robe in this. Arrogant, high strung, disdainful of those whom he sees as beneath him. And yet, for just one moment before he turns away, he seems to catch something in Jesus' eyes that shakes him. Just a brilliant performance.
This might be my all time favorite performance of a song in a film musical.
For some reason, I absolutely ADORE the outfits that the three women wear. (I think the one in the middle is Pontius Pilate's wife)
Yep. That's Claudia. Later in the actual trial you see her give a cpnfused face to pilate when he orders the lashings.
@@musicman7416 What’s her full name? I’ve been looking for it in the IMBD website, as someone else in the comment thread was asking who this actor was.
She is stunning
@@michaelwilliamybarra2409 Ellen Hoffman
The brief expression on Pilate at 2:21 is absolutely genius. It’s not a grimace of derision, it’s like Pilate already feels Jesus’ innocence, and is more disgusted at what he knows he will ultimately have to do. Barry was a brilliant actor in this role.
I learn alot from this movie. Very old but the message always fresh. Very touching. Sometimes i spend alot of time re- playing some parts.
The man playing Pilate was fantastic.
The look of slight terror at 2:21 absolutely sells this
Am I the only one who thinks Pilate is hot?
Well, he is wearing a cape in the middle of the desert. I'm sure he is hot
@@william_the_conqueror_fan1564 I was just joking. Of course he is hot, he is a macho from the 70's but also has a femmenine side
The best singer and the best actor!He made me adore this musical!
Great scene. I love the "Someone Christ, Kind of the Jews" line (and the way the solider handles the machine gun is on point). I also love the quick look Pilate gives Christ at the end, before he turns his back on him.
And that look Pilate's wife gives is scene-stealing.
Ted and Berry reunited on the stage in the roles of Jesus and Pilate in the concert verison of Jesus Christ Superstar.
R.I.P., Barry Dennen.
Ricky M :-(
1973 was a great year 🎵🎶⬆️💛☄⚡🌩☄🔥
Tell me about it! For me it's this movie, The Dark Side of The Moon, and Selling England By The Pound. But I know there was even more, much more.
@@LeandroCM the phantom of paradise
This movie, Dark Side of the Moon, Selling England by the Pound, Phantom of the Paradise, everything perfect about 1973 I've always said. Can't fault that list.
I'll drop a line 🖤
is anyone gonna talk about how the guy at 1:01 despite being an extra does a really great job at body language
R,I.P. Barry! You were just great!!!!
Rip barry dennen amazing voice amazing performance (:
I always thought Barry played this part the most believably!
Everything about this scene is an understated emphasis on just how powerful the Roman occupation must have been. In the opening the Romans are almost inaccessibly out of reach, and Pilate has to descend from on high just to even carry on a conversation. The part that really gets it across, however, is at 1:29. The expression on the woman's face when Jesus gives Pilate the wrong answer says it all.
Your words, not mine.
Superb performance on Barry Dennen, the perfect Pontius Plateau indeed
okay i don't know what is going on here but i like it.
Well the Romans who aren't Romans are wielding machine guns, and Pilate, the Fifth Prefect under Emperor Tiberius, apparently lives on the side of a mountain and thinks a cliff side is a hallway.
Alexander Chippel as long as we’re stating the obvious, they’re also speaking English
@@osamabad3597 Lol!
Sets cost money.
All of these questions are answered at the start of the movie, when a bunch of 70s actors arrive on location in a "modern" bus and start loading all the props and costumes that will later become relevant, in one of the greatest Chechov's Guns ever to be seen.
LOL.
Best movie i've ever watched hands down.
I’ve seen several stage performances of this on youtube and just saw a live stage version last night and I can say nothing beats the movie (imo). I feel like the movie has a bit more grime on it in a good way. You can feel/see the emotions more whereas I feel in live performances most of the cast are really trying to show their singing chops and it can take away from the story. The cast of the movie have great singing moments, but the acting and emotion come out much more in this version and really help the story telling. Barry’s face when he realizes he’s looking at the man from his dreams is SO good. Also love Barry’s portrayal of Pilate. Every other Pilate I’ve seen seems so angry at Jesus when really I think he’s supposed to be disappointed and sympathetic. Pilate being angry defeats the purpose of Pilate’s Dream.
Agree with this completely.
Thank you for uploading this! This is one of my favourite numbers and I’ve never seen it this HD before.
Brilliant performance
I don’t know who the best singer is. But the best actor is the guy who played Pilate
The original album is a brilliant musical masterpiece.
thank you for this...I can't find the movie in hd....your awesome!!!!
He enunciates beautifully 🙃
This is one of the best intros in a history of music.
I wish I could have seen Dennis DeYoung as Pilate when he was touring in JCS.
Спасибо,Бог! Ты открылся мне через эту рок- оперу.
Religion, Christianity was the exactly the same in 1973 as it is now, I love the look Pilate gives Christ at the end, as if Pilate knew
hippiecheezburger Pilate did know.. His wife had a dream that he needed to be careful or he would be damned in the afterlife. She told him to let Jesus go. That's why he tried so hard to send him away and even sway the mob in Jesus' favor later. He tried to save him from crucifixion.
so? it's still pretend
Why israelliens not spread religion ?did prophetes enjoi not spread religion ? What is their reaction from insist of christiens for spread religion for all all people ? Why they disbelive solomon is he spreading religion in india yemen africa ? 3pharaouses rencontre hurdus for 5 minutes desided kille handrends childrens !! The subject littel complicated than that .....will return
I'm not an expert on Judaism but I think that most are content to let one believe what you want. Unlike Islam and christianity, they are not out trying to recruit new people. I respect that about their religion. Of course there are exceptions, but that is the impression I've always taken away from my Jewish friends. If I'm wrong feel free to correct me.
Del Shoemaker so what, the value of the story is worth much more then if it’s real or not, what do you think mythology is?
This makes me wish I could pull off a cape
I used to quote this with my dad when I was younger
Holy shit. His voice sounds like his age until he hits the high notes. Then we back in the early 70s. The
musical was made before I was born but it still hits as hard.
in 1974, when i was 10, i saw the movie "jesus christ superstar". when i saw barry dennen as pilate, i thought, "oh my god, he doesn't look the part." as time went on and i processed the movie, i just can't imagine anyone else playing the role of pilate other than barry dennen. the original cast of this show was just perfect for looks, acting and singing. i'm agnostic. the movie and songs is what i would imagine jesus and his followers would have felt and acted if this was true. the songs just hit an emotional cord with me on how someone would have reacted and felt in a similar situation.
@@michaelwilliamybarra2409 glad to hear someone reacted to the movie the way i did.
This guy is an amazing actor
I've never seen this in HD! This is wild
Great scene Pilate & his wifes reaction...she told him not to get involved, she knew and he had his dream come to life...good stuff.
¡¡Magistral!!
Barry Dennen... one of the least known greats in film/stage/video games.
Amazing. ❤
ladies and gentleman, you are now entering the ponch zone
I told my wife that I was going to sing this at karaoke and wanted her to critique me.
Then I sang it Michael Palin Life of Brian-style. Most I’ve made her laugh in a long time.
Barry Dennen's aquiline nose made me believe him Roman Pilate
those outfit feels like i am in fist of the north star.....yet, still better then the movie lol
1:22
"But are you King?
KING OF THE JUICE!?"
(To quote Jontron)
I kind of want to refilm this with my classmates
there is noone who dare unliking this
30 cardi b fans did.
I got to say Jesus Christ Superstar is probably my favorite rock opera ever, just so well written from the musics production from Weber to the perfect lyrics from Tim Rice, the original album is probably better but I think the film really worked out well too
The quality tho
I would call this HD
The power of Rome sounds
Man, even 2000 years ago a dude could get caught up in red tape.
I can see like a dozen OSHA violations in his "hallway". Pilate has bigger issues than Christ...
"You look so small not a king at all"
Jesus: "Right back at you."
Every Pilate always has a very distinctive face
Ben Daniels fans take note: THIS is how you portray Pilate in JCS!
By THIS you mean like a whiny, frightened brat with a superiority complex and a good singing vioce? XD I mean, sure this is the template, but this Pilate grated on my nerves even when I watched it for the first time. Matter of taste, I suppose.
Jeff Webster They both just had a different interpretation of the character. Just two different styles. I like both of them.
Polly Pockets I couldn't agree more. These characters had had so many interpretations over the years, we are lucky to be able to pick our favourite one. Though none of them is artistically worse than the other :)
This Pilate makes me think of Severus Snape
Anyone who agrees?
In a sense, you have a point there.
This and the 2000 version are brilliant. This for the subtleties of gesture and that for the harshness of the ends of some of the sentences. Now imagine if both were done together.
Now someone needs to give the costume designer a slap here as maroon is NOT purple.
Wow, the widest wide screen I've ever seen.
I think i Read somewhere where they cut in with Tanks, The Jets and the Machine Guns its was a statement of the On going Turmoil of the Region as stated early in the movie by Jesus.
Are you king? King of the jews!!!!!! I love how he sings that, reminds me of Geddy Lee
Pilots voice when he gets passionate tho ! ❤
I finally found the song jack and the bean song ripped off
What is this?
Jeremy Salkeld the 1974 version of jack and the beanstalk has a song that is just a straight up parody
For anyone curious, it's on TH-cam:
Jack and the Beanstalk OST - Are You Happy?
th-cam.com/video/g-zLmcn7-HY/w-d-xo.html
Barry Dennen dated barbara streisand in the 70s
Badass pilot.
Actually, according to the 3D sculpture made from the image on Shroud of Turin, Jesus was said to be at least 6 ft tall and quite regal looking compared to how most other men appeared there in those days! (@ at 1:08 to 1:20)
The Shroud's authenticity is still controversial. Plus, IIRC there was a prophecy in the Old Testament saying the Messiah would be dull looking, a rather common face that would not draw attention. Almost nothing is known about Jesus' appearance.