The Message

The Message

For the first time... the vast, spectacular drama that changed the world!

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Release Date

3/9/1976

Runtime

178 mins

Overview

In sixth-century Mecca, Prophet Muhammad receives his first revelation from God as a messenger. Three years later, he's not alone in his quest and publicly declares his prophecy. Muhammad is fought by Abu Sufian and his wife Hind, rulers of Mecca. Muhammad's followers are hunted and tortured but he continues his calling.

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$10,000,000

Revenue

$15,000,000

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A sweeping historical epic that treats its religious subject with reverence and scale, chronicling the spiritual awakening and early struggle of Muhammad against powerful forces determined to silence him. Expect grand production values, philosophical meditation on faith, and scenes of conflict and suffering as the prophet builds his movement.

Mood

EpicDefiantContemplativeTense

Themes

FaithPowerIdentityRedemption

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Steady

Look

Widescreen epicPainterly

Structure

Linear

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