The Message

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The Message

PG

1977

3h 0m

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In accordance with Islamic law, director Moustapha Akkad's biopic of Mohammad never actually depicts the prophet himself, but rather outlines his story through the lives of certain cardinal figures in his life. Abu Sofyan (Michael Ansara), the leader of Mecca, Mohammad's uncle, Hamza (Anthony Quinn), and others chronicle the persecution of the earliest Muslims, their escape to Medina and their eventual victorious return to Mecca under the prophet's leadership.

Ruth Batchelor

Los Angeles Free Press

It's obvious that no expense was spared to bring the messenger's message to the big screen with all the blood and thunder, color and pagentry a man like Mohammad deserves.

Oct 23, 2019

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Dennis Schwartz

Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews

A religious epic that Hollywood tries to do for Islam what it did for Christianity.

Rated: B

Aug 12, 2011

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John A. Nesbit

Old School Reviews

...the fact that this is the only substantial film about Mohammed and Islam makes Akkad's film worthwhile viewing.

Rated: B

Sep 3, 2002

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tarek b

Best Islamic movie ever !

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/05/24

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Balik B

kısıtlı bir ömür içerisinde yaşayacağımız şu fâni dünyâda, bizden sonraki gelecek nesiller için geride bırakılabilmiş olacak güzel bir eser..

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/07/24

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Wassim D

WoW what a great movie. Respectful in every way and to this day it's the only movie made about the birth of Islam. I think someone should try it again in 4k 🙂

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/07/24

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Alec B

Unique in some obvious respects but ultimately it is just another stuffy religious epic.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

07/26/24

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Zainedeen J

Amazing movie about Islam and the Prophet.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/08/23

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Sagal D

I never thought I would be interested in a 1970's film but I was very wrong! This movie made me see Islam for the amazing kind pro-feminist it represents. I really wish more people would watch this and read the Quran and understand Islam for what it is. Amazing!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/07/23

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Synopsis

In accordance with Islamic law, director Moustapha Akkad's biopic of Mohammad never actually depicts the prophet himself, but rather outlines his story through the lives of certain cardinal figures in his life. Abu Sofyan (Michael Ansara), the leader of Mecca, Mohammad's uncle, Hamza (Anthony Quinn), and others chronicle the persecution of the earliest Muslims, their escape to Medina and their eventual victorious return to Mecca under the prophet's leadership.

Director: Moustapha Akkad
Production Co: Filmco International Productions
Rating: PG
Genre: History, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): May 22, 2017
Runtime: 3h 0m

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