The Life of Jesus

The Life of Jesus (1997)

  • 57% of critics liked it
    (7 reviews)

  • 57% of users liked it
    (169 ratings)

This French coming-of-age movie marked the debut of writer-director Bruno Dumont. The film bears a symbolic resemblance to the life of Jesus Christ, but it has no direct relationship with his life. The story is set in the small, economically stagnant town of Bailleul in northern France. Freddy… More

Unrated, 1 hr. 35 min.
Directed By
Bruno Dumont
Written By
Bruno Dumont
Genres
Art House & International, Drama
In Theaters
Jan 1, 1997 Wide
On DVD
Jun 1, 1999

Critic Reviews

  • Nick Schager, Lessons of Darkness

    A harrowing vision of volatile youth bored to death.

  • Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews

    Nothing happens.

  • Chris Grunden, Film Journal International

    Only the most patient art-house audiences will appreciate Dumont's occasional cinematic grace which transcends the grim proceedings.

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Featured Audience Ratings

  • Brandon K


    Not really sure what to say except that I liked it quite a lot.

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