An epic saga of betrayal and redemption, where the bitterness of revenge clashes with the dawn of faith, painted across the vast canvas of the Roman Empire.
Ben-Hur
"The entertainment experience of a lifetime!"
Director:
William Wyler
Cast:
Charlton Heston, Stephen Boyd, Hugh Griffith, Jack Hawkins, Haya Harareet
Drama
History
Adventure
Budget:
$15,000,000
Box Office:
$164,000,000
Ben-Hur - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details
Easter Eggs
During the Sermon on the Mount scene, Jesus' face is never shown. This was a deliberate choice by director William Wyler.
Wyler wanted to treat the figure of Christ with reverence and avoid the potential controversy or inadequacy of portraying him directly. By focusing on the reactions of the crowd and the main characters to his presence and words, the film emphasizes the impact of his message rather than his physical appearance. This technique allows the audience to project their own image of Jesus onto the film, making his presence more spiritual and powerful.