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Jesus Christ Superstar Rocks!
Directed by Norman Jewison and starring Ted Neely, this wonderfully funky 70's rendition reveals the last days of Jesus' life. The film version, released in 1973 was loved and hated, criticized and honored...closely matching the life experiences and struggles of His time on earth.
As a movie, it has a way of making you look into your heart about your beliefs and how we choose fight or flight in the face of controversy or peer pressure. It incorporates courage, conviction, and belief of the intangibles in life. When or even if you choose to watch this version, consider this quote by Edward Young, "We are all born originals -- why is it so many of us die copies?"
As a movie, it has a way of making you look into your heart about your beliefs and how we choose fight or flight in the face of controversy or peer pressure. It incorporates courage, conviction, and belief of the intangibles in life. When or even if you choose to watch this version, consider this quote by Edward Young, "We are all born originals -- why is it so many of us die copies?"
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Though it may seem dated, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is still a film worth checking out. Ever since its origin as a concept recording, the subject and how it was presented caused its controversy for the time. The film may not be what everyone expected, but it is visually incredible. The sunsets over the Israeli deserts are awesome. The music, though not groundbreaking, is still some of the best work Andrew Lloyd Webber has written, as well as the lyrics of Tim Rice. The performances are incredible, notably Carl Anderson as Judas and Ted Neely as Jesus. Yvonne Elliman (Mary Magdalene) and Barry Dennen (Pilate) are the original actors of the concept album and Broadway adaptation of the rock opera. Arthur J.Perez
Lines of Trust
Makin' you think
In this clip it's obvious that Jesus seems disheartened, yet knows his plight. In his moment of respite, Judas overlooks his trusted friend's discouragement to see only the bigger picture of 'saving the poor from their lot'. He missed the meaning of true friendship!
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The Key Players
Genre:
Musical Theatre
Directed by:
Norman Jewison
Main Actors:
Ted Neeley: Jesus of Nazareth
Carl Anderson: Judas Iscariot
Yvonne Elliman: Mary Magdalene
Poor old Judas...
So long Judas!
In this clip, Judas meets ALL his demons. #1 is his realization of the horrors of betrayal. It is almost too hard to watch!
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Quotes From The Film
- God, thy will is hard. But you hold every card. I will drink your cup of poison, nail me to your cross and break me, bleed me, beat me, kill me! Take me now, before I change my mind! Jesus
- All your followers are blind, too much heaven on their minds. Judas
- One thing I'll say for him, Jesus is cool. Caiaphas
- I dreamed I met a Galilean, a most amazing man. He had that look you very rarely find, the haunting, hunted kind. I asked him to say just how it started, and how it all began, I asked him twice, he never said a word, as if he hadn't heard. And next, I dreamed the room was full of wild and angry men, they seemed to hate this man. They fell on him and then dissapeared again. And then I heard thousands of millions crying for this man, and then I heard them mentioning my name, and leaving me the blame. Pontius Pilate
- I don't know how to love him. I don't know why he moves me. He's a man, he's just a man. And I've had so many men before, in very many ways, he's just one more. Mary Magdalene
- Christ, there must be over fifty thousand screaming love and more for you! And every one of fifty thousand would do whatever you asked them to! Keep them yelling their devotion, but add a touch of hate at Rome! You will rise to a greater power! We shall win ourselves a home! Simon Zealotes
Angst of Love
You must watch this!
In this clip, a tortured and confused Mary Magdalene professes to the heavens her undying love to the only man in her life that she knows she cannot have in the bodily sense. Even until the end of His life on earth she remained steadfast and committed!
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Who is Ted Neely?
This is a link to Ted Neely's site...click here
Picture from the journey inward
The Crucifixion....
End to the beginning!
In this clip, Jesus of Nazareth is crucified! The cruelty of this form of corporal punishment is not pacified. The mentality of a frenzied crowd is surreal. Even though it is shortened in this video versus the film version, please be aware it is NOT easy to watch!
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What Did You Think Of The Film?
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aj2008 says:
I never saw the film - BUT I did see the original stage show in London! Awesome!!!!!
Posted April 23, 2009
CosmeticMom says:
I saw Jesus Christ Superstar 13 times when I was about 13! I joined the Ted Neely Fan Club too! The Film was the closest to "True" Scripture I have ever seen and still love it to this day!
Posted April 17, 2009
sittonbull says:
Anytime you want to reach young people... you have a better chance of doing it through music! JCS was controversial when it came out, but it was the 60's and that just made it more hip for those of us in that era. JCS has stood the test of time... & remains a "powerful" way to get the word out as both the movie, the play and the music have become classics and have continue to be enjoyed by large crowds.
Posted April 14, 2009
Tara says:
I have never been particularly religious. I gave it a try when I was younger, but for some reason having faith just wasn't enough. I watched this movie in a high school music class and I must say I find it very interesting. I have gone home and watched the videos on youtube multiple times. I'm not sure exactly how I feel about faith yet, but this movie really makes me want to give it a try.
Posted March 21, 2009
GregGiordano says:
The Gospel is timeless and if the Word can reach people who would not normally want to hear it then I say go for it!
Posted November 27, 2008
This is all wrong!
Powerful!!
34 Years After The Movie
In this clip, you will experience an act from the stage version of Jesus Christ Superstar, starring and sung by Ted Neely of the 1973 film. To carry on the role with this passion...amazing to say the least!
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- aj2008 aj2008 Apr 23, 2009 @ 3:35 pm
- Oh Correen, what a step back intime. How can this Angel NOT Bless this lens. You are hereby Blessed!
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- Treasures-By-Brenda Treasures-By-Brenda Apr 22, 2009 @ 9:55 am
- I have never seen this movie but I sure know the music! Great lens; blessed by an Angel.
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- sittonbull sittonbull Apr 14, 2009 @ 5:36 pm
- I've seen the movie and seen it performed live twice and I love it! The 1st time I saw it was in the 60's live in Death Valley, Clemson's football stadium and it blew me away! The music and the story was a new way, (against much criticism at the time from conventional churchgoers), to reach young people. Good job Correen!
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- ArtByLinda ArtByLinda Apr 14, 2009 @ 1:52 pm
- I haven't seen the new movie, but I did the old one. My older sisters had the album of the soundtrack too, and I loved the songs!
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- Rewards4life Rewards4life Apr 14, 2009 @ 7:27 am
- I haven't seen the movie yet. I'm not very much in to the musicals. It is a lovely lens though and I'll recommend to everyone to watch JCS. Thanks for sharing.
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