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Jesus

Synopsis

Michel Auder’s Jesus – in which underground NY artists and Warhol superstars openly discuss their beliefs. Jesus – which premiered as a screening at The Kitchen in 1980 – mixes documentary elements such as footage of evangelical TV programs, books, cartoons, paintings, and other Jesus related imagery – with performances including Taylor Mead as a priest in the West Village and Florence Lambert playing a crucified Jesus. Also, intercut throughout are surprisingly candid interviews with Auder’s friends, family, and people he approaches on New York City streets about their faith and relationship to the world’s most famous person. Among those interviewed are Diego Cortez, Jackie Curtis, Gerard Malanga, Alice Neel (Andrew Neel’s grandmother), Larry Rivers, and Viva.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Michel Auder
Screenplay & Story
Michel Auder
Original Title
Jesus
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
59m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Michel Auder

Screenplay & Story

Michel Auder

Film Editing

Michel Auder

Producers

Michel Auder

Department Leadership Roster

Michel Auder

Michel Auder

Director

Michel Auder

Michel Auder

Writer

Michel Auder

Michel Auder

Editor

Michel Auder

Michel Auder

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Jesus.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jesus

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Jesus about?

Michel Auder’s Jesus – in which underground NY artists and Warhol superstars openly discuss their beliefs. Jesus – which premiered as a screening at The Kitchen in 1980 – mixes documentary elements such as footage of evangelical TV programs, books, cartoons, paintings, and other Jesus related imagery – with performances including Taylor Mead as a priest in the West Village and Florence Lambert playing a crucified Jesus. Also, intercut throughout are surprisingly candid interviews with Auder’s friends, family, and people he approaches on New York City streets about their faith and relationship to the world’s most famous person. Among those interviewed are Diego Cortez, Jackie Curtis, Gerard Malanga, Alice Neel (Andrew Neel’s grandmother), Larry Rivers, and Viva.

Who directed Jesus?

Jesus was directed by Michel Auder.

Who stars in Jesus?

The principal cast of Jesus includes Taylor Mead, Florence Lambert, Diego Cortez, Jackie Curtis, Gerard Malanga.

When was Jesus released and how long is it?

Jesus was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 59m.