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Judas: Close to Jesus

2001 · 91 min Drama Fantasy TV Movie
7.4 / 10 · TMDB

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.

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Original Title Gli amici di Gesù - Giuda
Year 2001
Country Italy
Genre Drama, Fantasy, TV Movie
Director Raffaele Mertes
Runtime 91 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.4/10 (4 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

Judas: Close to Jesus is a solid entry rated 7.4/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A 2001 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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