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Ben-Hur (1959) | Cinema.be
In ancient Judea, a Jewish aristocrat opposing Roman occupation of his homeland reunites with his childhood friend, now a Roman commander — setting in motion a saga of betrayal, adventure, tragedy, revenge, and faith.
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Release date November 18, 1959
Status Released
Budget $15M
Revenue $164M Alternative titles FR Ben Hur
Keywords governor middle east based on novel or book roman empire politics christianity jew persecution jewish life roman miracle jerusalem prince chariot race leprosy redemption religious conversion ancient rome love friends remake revenge judaism religion historical fiction period drama catholic dungeon galley hatred sheikh sea battle jewish family galley slave childhood sweetheart salvation 1st century jesus christ false imprisonment judea subjugated people dramatic awestruck
