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The Apocalypse

  • TV Movie
  • 2002
  • 3h
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
1.2K
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Richard Harris in The Apocalypse (2002)
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It is 90 A.D., and the Roman Empire is being run by the Emperor Domitian, who has declared himself to be God, and ruler over heaven and Earth. The Christians, who do not recognize his divini... Read allIt is 90 A.D., and the Roman Empire is being run by the Emperor Domitian, who has declared himself to be God, and ruler over heaven and Earth. The Christians, who do not recognize his divinity, are a thorn in his side, and he is having them cruelly persecuted. The small village i... Read allIt is 90 A.D., and the Roman Empire is being run by the Emperor Domitian, who has declared himself to be God, and ruler over heaven and Earth. The Christians, who do not recognize his divinity, are a thorn in his side, and he is having them cruelly persecuted. The small village in Asia Minor, to which the aged apostle John has withdrawn, is also attacked by Roman sold... Read all

  • Director
    • Raffaele Mertes
  • Writers
    • Gianmario Pagano
    • Raffaele Mertes
    • Francesco Contaldo
  • Stars
    • Richard Harris
    • Vittoria Belvedere
    • Benjamin Sadler
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    6.2/10
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    • Director
      • Raffaele Mertes
    • Writers
      • Gianmario Pagano
      • Raffaele Mertes
      • Francesco Contaldo
    • Stars
      • Richard Harris
      • Vittoria Belvedere
      • Benjamin Sadler
    • 17User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Richard Harris
    Richard Harris
    • Giovanni
    Vittoria Belvedere
    Vittoria Belvedere
    • Irene
    Benjamin Sadler
    Benjamin Sadler
    • Valerio
    Christian Kohlund
    • Quinto
    Erol Sander
    Erol Sander
    • Ionico
    Ian Duncan
    Ian Duncan
    • Demetrio
    Bruce Payne
    Bruce Payne
    • Domiziano
    Alessandro Bertolucci
    Alessandro Bertolucci
    • Marcello
    Walter Nudo
    • Hermes
    Constantine Gregory
    Constantine Gregory
    • Corvo
    Luca Ward
    Luca Ward
    • Eracle
    Matt Patresi
    Matt Patresi
    • Titone
    Loris Loddi
    Loris Loddi
    • Guardia
    Massimiliano Pazzaglia
    • Silvano
    Aaron Taylor-Johnson
    Aaron Taylor-Johnson
    • Johanan
    • (as Aaron Johnson)
    Alex McSweeney
    • Lucio
    • (as Alex Mc Sweeney)
    Stefania Rivi
    • Sposa
    Carlo Greco
    • Senatore
    • Director
      • Raffaele Mertes
    • Writers
      • Gianmario Pagano
      • Raffaele Mertes
      • Francesco Contaldo
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    9EighthSense

    This was a first; a very good one

    I will only write about one thing, since others have covered the excellent Richard Harris' performance: This was the first time we got a small idea of Revelation, thanks to good computerized special effects. I say a small idea, because the actual book of Revelation in the Bible contains what must be the ultimate in fantastically spectacular scenes-and a multitude of them at that. It is strange that no big production has ever attempted it. From all the existing films with titles referring to Apocalypse or Revelation, this is the best one by far. The others are no different than low budget-low interest movies, which don't even begin to reach the magnitude and magnificence of the book of Revelation.
    7Wuchakk

    Ambitious TV film about the elderly apostle John and his visions in Revelation

    RELEASED TO TV IN 2000 and directed by Raffaele Mertes, "The Apocalypse" chronicles events during the reign of Roman Emperor Domitian (Bruce Payne) circa 90 AD when the elderly apostle John (Richard Harris) is imprisoned on the island of Patmos in the Aegean Sea (off the coast of modern day Turkey). John experiences strange visions, as detailed in the book of Revelation. Christian Kohlund plays a formidable Roman commander ordered to kill Christians in Asia Minor while Vittoria Belvedere plays a devout believer in love with a duplicitous man who is sent to the penal colony on Patmos as a Roman spy (Benjamin Sadler).

    Any film that attempts to tackle the biblical book of Revelation is ambitious, to say the least, and "The Apocalypse" should be respected for this, particularly since it's a surprisingly quality period movie, which doesn't forget to be entertaining while conveying worthy mind/spirit food. Being made in 1999 and limited by a TV budget, I was expecting lousy sets, costuming, locations and, especially, bad CGI effects. But, thankfully, the movie delivers in all these areas. The F/X hold up surprisingly well, all things considered, and they helped me better visualize John's visions in Revelation, which heretofore I had only 'seen' in my mind. Speaking of which, to appreciate this movie it helps to be a little familiar with the book of Revelation, otherwise you might be lost, especially since the movie's plot is a tad convoluted.

    Interestingly, in one of his apocalyptic visions John sees the twin towers of the World Trade Center burning, which of course came to pass in real life a mere year after the film's initial release!

    THE MOVIE RUNS 96 minutes and was shot (at least in part) in Morocco (I can't find any other info on the locations). WRITER: Francesco Contaldo.

    GRADE: B
    caspian1978

    Richard Harris' - L'apocalisse

    Without the addition to Richard Harris to the movie, the movie would never have been made. With that, San Giovanni would still be trying to sell his script to a religious market. Still, without Harris, the movie is very good. The production value and story are worthy of a straight to video release. One of Richard Harris' last movies, you can tell it was since he dies at the end of the movie. Gladiator, Caesar, and about 5 other films all have Richard Harris dying during the movie. The same goes for his role as John the Apostle. A brilliant performance like much of his work, Harris carries the film as he speaks of his visions in Revelations. Not too much is said of Titus in 90 AD. This is the story of John and his journey in the last years of his life.
    6jacobjohntaylor1

    pretty good movie.

    Not the worst movie. Not the greatest movie ever. A good movie. It has a an okay story line. It has great acting. This is a good movie. 10 out of 10 is overrating it. But still will say it is 6 out of 10.
    10marxsarx

    Revelatory

    I was blown away when I happened upon this film while channel surfing on TV. Richard Harris is tremendous. The story captured my attention immediately.

    The biblical and historical underpinning of this account seems as solid as a rock. The account of what happened to John on Patmos is engrossing and whether based wholly on historical research or or embellished by the author's imagination, I believe it is close to what actually occurred. I highly recommend this film to all believers. I hope to find it on DVD.

    I also found the other actors in this film to be outstanding, especially the actress playing Irene and the actor playing Valerius.

    Apocalypse is inspiring. Don't miss it.

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    • Quotes

      St. John/Teophilus: Do not be afraid of the truth, if you don't want to be a slave.

      Valerius: The truth will kill you!

      St. John/Teophilus: It will set you free.

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      Follows La Bible : Abraham (1993)

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • December 10, 2002 (Italy)
    • Countries of origin
      • Italy
      • Germany
      • France
      • United States
      • Czech Republic
      • Netherlands
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The Bible Collection: The Apocalypse
    • Production companies
      • RAI Radiotelevisione Italiana
      • Lux Vide
      • Lube
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    • Runtime
      3 hours
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.66 : 1

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