“The Bible: In the Beginning… 1966” is a biblical epic that explores the beginning of creation, Adam and Eve’s fall from grace, Cain and Abel’s conflict, Noah’s ark, and Abraham’s journey. With sweeping camera shots and grandiose imagery, director John Huston brings to life the famous stories from the book of Genesis. It is a visually stunning epic that will transport you back to the beginning of time.
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Review
Gabriel Garcia Marquez, the illustrious Colombian writer, once said that “the greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” And these poignant words could not have rung truer for the legendary filmmaker John Huston when he came up with the grandiose idea of filming a cinematic adaptation of one of the most revered books in human history: The Bible. Yes, ‘The Bible: In the Beginning…’ was a mammoth undertaking that required Herculean efforts from everyone involved; from the actors and actresses to the crew, producers, set designers, costume makers and many others.
The story starts at the beginning of time – when God created heaven and earth – and tells us everything about Adam and Eve’s expulsion from Eden after they disobeyed God’s orders not to eat from the forbidden tree of knowledge. From there, it follows their children Cain and Abel’s rivalry as they struggle for their father’s love amid their divergent destinies that ultimately lead to one brother’s heinous crime. These are just some highlights of this epic film that encompasses numerous tales from Genesis.
Stretched across more than five decades ago since its release in 1966, ‘The Bible: In The Beginning…’ has remained an indelible classic despite all criticisms leveled against it. The movie was produced by some of Hollywood’s most prominent names like Dino De Laurentiis and Pandro S. Berman with a colossal budget estimated at $18 million (equivalent to roughly $140 million today!) as part of a joint venture between Warner Bros., Seven Arts Productions and Continental Films.
And what about the cast? Oh boy! This film boasted some amazing performances by some recognized actors such as Michael Parks portraying Adam; Peter O’Toole playing three different roles including Cain; Richard Harris as Abraham; Ava Gardner as Sarah; Ulla Bergryd playing Eve; George C. Scott as Noah, and even John Huston himself as the voice of God! It’s hard to ignore any of them when you see their acting on the screen.
From a technical perspective, ‘The Bible: In the Beginning…’ is an exquisite masterpiece. The cinematography was done by renowned cameraman Giuseppe Rotunno, who brought his A-game behind the lens. He captured every detail that added to the film’s grandeur with the use of a variety of lenses and shot angles to create an immersive world for viewers. To elevate the authenticity of ancient life depicted in this movie, Huston employed costume designer Renie Conley and art director Stephen B. Grimes, whose work was exemplary in portraying an edgy yet intimate portrayal of historical life in biblical times.
Another integral component was Jerry Goldsmith’s score for this film. He composed music that blended seamlessly with both dramatic moments and scenes marked by reflection as well as providing unforgettable soundtracks that add mystique and grandness to biblical stories that people still remember till today.
Despite all these positives, ‘The Bible: In The Beginning…’ had its fair share of criticism when it first came out. Some critics claimed the film lacked depth and complexity while others felt it was a grandiose exercise in futility as capturing every story from Genesis proved an insurmountable task to achieve convincingly on screen.
However, this iconic film has stood tall amidst 55 years since its release: from its telling storyline woven into a tapestry of visually stunning sets; exemplary acting performances; evocative sound design; breathtaking cinematography that captures everything from soaring landscapes to intimate moments between characters – all these elements combined helped ‘The Bible: In The Beginning…’ became one of Hollywood’s most impactful productions ever created.
This movie further shows us how faith carries us through periods of uncertainty and gives meaning to our life experiences. By creating such an epic work that covers vast tracts of the Bible, John Huston left us a masterpiece that inspires and enlightens every new generation of moviegoers.
In conclusion, ‘The Bible: In The Beginning…’ is a monumental achievement in cinematic history that still resonates with audiences around the world long after its initial release. It’s a classic testimony to the adage that ordinary people can do extraordinary things if they have faith and passion for their craft. Its lasting legacy is one of hope and inspiration that will endure for generations to come. So let us all appreciate this film and take away its valuable message that we can rise from any fall when we have faith in ourselves!
Technical Data
- Runtime : 174
- Release : 1966-09-28
- Genre : Drama, Family
- Cast : Michael Parks as Adam, Ulla Bergryd as Eve, Richard Harris as Cain, John Huston as Noah, Stephen Boyd as Nimrod
- Crew : Orson Welles as Additional Writing, Ennio Morricone as Additional Music, Dino De Laurentiis as Producer, John Huston as Director, Ralph Kemplen as Editor
- Popularity 19.967
- Budget : $18,000,000
- Revenue : 0
- Company : Thalia AG, Dino de Laurentiis Cinematografica, Seven Arts Productions
- Summary : Extravagant production of the first part of the book of Genesis. Covers Adam and Eve, Noah and the Flood and Abraham and Isaac.
- Tagline : The unforgettable adventure of Man from the Creation!
