Judas: Close to Jesus

Judas: Close to Jesus

2001 · 91 min · ★ 7.4 · Drama, Fantasy, TV Movie

Pilate and the Roman legate Veturius look on worriedly as Jesus is celebrated as the new messiah in Jerusalem, fearing an uprising. Veturius decides to have Jesus arrested as soon as a suitable opportunity presents itself. Judas is delighted by the reception Jesus is receiving, and quickly wants to win over the influential merchants to the cause which would make him the king and the liberator of the Jews.

Directed by Raffaele Mertes · Written by Franco Bernini

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