St. Matthew Passion
Jan 11, 1949 · 1h 20m
Director
Ernst MarischkaOverview
Released a few months after the Italian The Passion According to St. Mathew, this Austrian film is, like the earlier effort, based on a theatre piece. But whereas the Italian picture was inspired by Bach's oratorio, St. Mathew's Passion is a filmed record of a newly commissioned State Burgtheatre production. Actor Raoul Aslan movingly recites the biblical story of the last days of Christ, while the Philharmonic Orchestra of Vienna underscores his words. Director Ernst Marischka breaks up the visual monotony of the proceeding by utilizing a montage of photographs and paintings of the Middle Eastern regions where the original story took place. Reviewers felt that St. Mathew's Passion should have been promoted as a documentary rather than a dramatic feature.
Cast of St. Matthew Passion
Crew of St. Matthew Passion
About St. Matthew Passion
What is St. Matthew Passion about?
Released a few months after the Italian The Passion According to St. Mathew, this Austrian film is, like the earlier effort, based on a theatre piece. But whereas the Italian picture was inspired by Bach's oratorio, St. Mathew's Passion is a filmed record of a newly commissioned State Burgtheatre production. Actor Raoul Aslan movingly recites the biblical story of the last days of Christ, while…
When was St. Matthew Passion released?
St. Matthew Passion was released on January 11, 1949.
How long is St. Matthew Passion?
St. Matthew Passion runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).
Who directed St. Matthew Passion?
St. Matthew Passion was directed by Ernst Marischka.
Who is in the cast of St. Matthew Passion?
The cast of St. Matthew Passion includes Raoul Aslan (Narrator (voice)).