The Face: Jesus in Art

Viewers go from ancient Rome to 20th-century America in this in-depth search for the most beautiful representations of Jesus and his stories. This unprecedented travelogue delivers close-up views of Roman catacombs, Michelangelos haunting Pieta, Chartres Cathedral, and much more. The riveting lesson in art history uses the latest digital and motioncontrol technologies to reconstruct lost works and relocate others in their original settings. This film traces the dramatically different ways in which Jesus has been represented in art by people throughout history and around the world. Narrated by Mel Gibson, Ricardo Montalban, Bill Moyers, Patricia Neal and others, this is a sweeping documentary of stunning beauty. Publisher: Ignatius Press Format: DVD, 120 minutes ISBN: 0769701809