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Revision as of 09:27, 16 June 2013

Ben-Hur (1959) is a film directed by William Wyler.

Abstract

Hugely successful movie won a record 11 Oscars, including Best Picture. The remake follows the original pretty closely, offering only indirect glimpses of Jesus and focusing on the political and religious antagonism between Ben-Hur and Messala. Starring Charlton Heston (Ben-Hur), Stephen Boyd (Messala), and Haya Harareet (Esther).

Editions and translations

Produced in the United States (1959).

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