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He Who Must Die

6.3(21)19572h 8m2

1920s Greece is occupied by the Turks. A country in turmoil with entire villages uprooted. A small community conduct their annual Passion Play. The leading citizens, under auspices of the Patriarch, choose the actors: a stuttering shepherd as Jesus, the town butcher as Judas, the town prostitute as Mary Magdalene, and so on. As the story unfolds, the Passion becomes a reality.

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Status
Released
Budget
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Box office
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Language
French

Top billed cast

Behind the camera

Director

Jules Dassin

Produced in

France, Italy

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Release dates

  • United StatesUS

    • Theatrical28 Dec 1958
  • FranceFR

    • Theatrical3 May 1957
  • GermanyDE

    • Theatrical16Europa22 Nov 1957

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He Who Must Die was released on 3 May 1957.

Audience reviews

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    micar6

    5/25/2024

    10/10

    This is an astonishing film overlooked for decades. Beautiful black-and-white cinematography, top-notch dialogue, and great acting make HE WHO MUST DIE excellent. It deals with large, philosophical themes not attempted in 21st Century cinema. It examines the true meaning of Christianity - differentiating those in name from those who practice. Set in a Greek village still ruled by Turkey, the universal themes of honor…

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