The Robe (1953)

Director

• Henry Koster

Starring

• Richard Burton
• Jean Simmons
• Victor Mature
• Michael Rennie
• Jay Robinson

Last On

16:25-19:10 Sat 24th Apr 2021 160m
Sony Movies Classic

Synopsis

Hardened Roman Marcellus Gallio (Richard Burton) oversees the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in Jerusalem. But problems arise when Marcellus wins Christ's robe in a dice game, played beneath the dying man. Haunted by guilt, Marcellus hopes that destroying the garment -- now in the possession of his escaped slave (Victor Mature) -- will cure his hallucinations. The film won Oscars for Best Costume Design, Best Art Direction and Best Set Decoration.