Description

This .MP4 is the first of a 2 parts series. Only includes "The Face: Jesus in Art"

The Face: Jesus in Art
As seen on public television, this stirring program traces the dramatically different ways in which Jesus Christ has been represented in art throughout history and around the world. Awarded an Emmy for its stunning cinematography, it is an unprecedented travelogue of art and monuments that spans the early third century to the present day. Gaze at the awe-inspiring wonder of some of the greatest works in the history of art, cherished for their beauty and power apart from their religious significance. Among the treasures on view are works by Michelangelo, da Vinci, and Rembrandt, as well as the catacombs of Rome, the treasures of Chartres Cathedral, and the extraordinary icons at the remote fourth century monastery of St. Catherine's at Mt. Sinai. International superstar Andrea Bocelli is featured on the glorious soundtrack. The program is narrated by Mel Gibson, Edward Herrmann, Star Herrmann, Stacy Keach, Juliet Mills, Ricardo Montalban, Bill Moyers, and Patricia Neal. The Face is an unforgettable tribute to the power of Christ's image to inspire.

Languages: English