The Martyr of Calvary

The Martyr of Calvary

1952 · 113 min · ★ 8.1 · History, Drama

The life of Jesus from the beginning of his ministry, his miracles, the Sermon on the Mount and his death on the cross.

Directed by Miguel Morayta · Written by Gonzalo Elvira Sánchez de Aparicio

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