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Harold B. Lee Library

The Robe

Richard Burton, Jean Simmons, Victor Mature, Jay Robinson
Commentary: James D’Arc (Special Collections)

  • Time: 7:00 PM
  • Date: Friday, December 2, 2005
  • Place: HBLL Auditorium, 1st Floor; Admission is free; arrive early for seats.


About the Event

Adapted from the famous novel by Lloyd C. Douglas, this first ever Cinema Scope film depicts the impact of the crucifixion – and Christ robe – on the Roman tribune who crucified him. We are showing an original CinemaScope print. This film highlighted the trend of religious epic movies during the 1950′s and 60′s. 20th Century Fox. Technicolor. 1953. 135 mins.

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