LIFE OF CHRIST
A FILM VERSION
MIXED OPINIONS
(United Press Association.—Copyright) (Becwived 16th December, noon.)
LONDON, 15th Dec. An American film entitled "The King of Kings," covering the life of Christ was shown to a London audience, composed largely of religious leaders. Though a thousand feet were cut from the American version in deference to English susceptibilities, thero is much public opinion against a cinema representation of Christ, particularly to additions to the Gospel story, such as Magdalene's love affair with Judas Iscariot, apparently introduced to satisfy the supposed demand for sex appeal. The clergy present did not detect any cause for offence so far as the figure of Christ was concerned, but the name of the actor was not disclosed.
The Rev. Cyril Hackson, Precentor of Southwark Cathedral, described the Crucifixion scene as most inspiring. Others describe the scourging of Christ as a harrowing scene. The film ends with the Ascension, which Father Dudley, of the Roman Catholic Missionary Society, likoned to the conclusion of a grand ballet.
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Evening Post, Volume CIV, Issue 145, 16 December 1927, Page 9
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169LIFE OF CHRIST Evening Post, Volume CIV, Issue 145, 16 December 1927, Page 9
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