The Last Temptation of Christ

Name: The Last Temptation of Christ
Director: Martin Scorsese
Genre: Drama
Released: 1988-01-01
Duration: 164 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Willem Dafoe, Harvey Keitel, Paul Greco, Steve Shill, Verna Bloom

1988Dir. Martin Scorsese2h 44m

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Runtime2h 44m

Released1988

Budget$7M

Box office$33.8M

DirectorMartin Scorsese

About This Movie

The Last Temptation of Christ is really a different take on the life of Jesus. Scorsese dives into the internal struggles of Christ, showing him not just as a divine figure but as a man wrestling with the weight of his destiny. The pacing is contemplative, which might not suit everyone, but it lets you sit with these heavy themes. The performances, especially Willem Dafoe as Jesus, carry that emotional weight well. Plus, the practical effects used in some of the visions are striking—very raw and grounding. It's a film that prompts reflection rather than just providing answers, which makes it distinctive in the Jesus film genre.

Available on Blu-ray, DVD, and digital formats.Shot on location in Morocco for authentic landscapes.Features a haunting score by Peter Gabriel.Runtime is 164 minutes, unrated version.