Ben-Hur (2003 Kowalchuk), animated feature film
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Ben-Hur (2003) is an animated feature film (sound, color, 80m), directed by William R. Kowalchuk.
Abstract
Based on Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ (1880 Wallace), novel, this animated version emphasizes the Christian aspects of the plot, giving Jesus a more prominent role. It ends with the reconciliation and conversion of both Ben-Hur and Messala. Charlton Heston, who won an Academy Award as the protagonist in Ben-Hur (1959 Wyler), film, gave voice to the title character.
Cast
- Charlton Heston = Ben-Hur (voice)
- Duncan Fraser = Messala (voice)
- Scott McNeil = Jesus of Nazareth (voice)
- Gerard Plunkett = Pontius Pilate (voice)
Editions and translations
Produced and released in the United States on February 15, 2003.