Words Lee Curtis

If today is the era of superhero cinema, Hollywood in the fifties and sixties was the age of the biblical epic. But these spectacular stories, like those set in the Old West, largely exclude people of colour. Now, the BAFTA-winning British writer-director of The Harder They Fall addresses this in his fresh, funny, and fearless take on the bible-era epic.

Black characters are at the centre of an AD 33-set story that follows Clarence, a regular guy who happens to live in the same neighbourhood as Jesus. In search of a piece of the power and glory, and a chance to free himself from debt, he sets out to hustle his way into making people believe he’s the Messiah. But saying you’re able to turn water into wine, walk on water, and all manner of miracles is one thing… proving it is another.

Reuniting with his director from The Harder They Fall, LaKeith Stanfield leads an ensemble cast that includes David Oyelowo, Omar Sy, RJ Cyler, Micheal Ward, Anna Diop, Alfre Woodard, Teyana Taylor, James McAvoy, and Benedict Cumberbatch.

There’s an exciting revelation behind the scenes as Jay-Z not only puts his name to the project as producer, but also brings new music to make this modern revision of the classics that made Hollywood an absolute must.

Bibilical Epics

The Ten Commandments

Few films from Hollywood's Golden Age have withstood the test of time as well as Cecil B. DeMille's masterpiece that dramatises the story of Moses with an ensemble cast, groundbreaking special effects, and epic musical score.

Ben-Hur

Charlton Heston stars as the Jewish prince who chariot-races his way from slavery to freedom and revenge in the definitive swords-and-sandals epic that remains tied with Titanic and The Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King with eleven Oscar wins.

The Prince Of Egypt

DreamWorks bring the story of Moses to a new generation and to the big screen like never before in an epic animated adventure that boasts a jaw-dropping voice cast, stunning animation, and unforgettable soundtrack.