The Robe

The Robe (1953)

1953-09-16 · 135 min · Rating 6.84/10 (274 votes)

The first motion picture in CinemaScope--the modern miracle you see without glasses!

Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.

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1st century ancient rome bible caligula christian film christianity crucifixion guilt palestine robe roman empire slave slave auction