This epic historical drama chronicles the life and times of Prophet Muhammad and serves as an introduction to early Islamic history.This epic historical drama chronicles the life and times of Prophet Muhammad and serves as an introduction to early Islamic history.This epic historical drama chronicles the life and times of Prophet Muhammad and serves as an introduction to early Islamic history.
- Nominated for 1 Oscar
- 1 nomination total
Nicholas Amer
- Suheil
- (as Nicolas Amer)
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- TriviaThis film was made in both English and Arabic with two different casts, the lone exception being Andre Morell who is credited as Abu-Talib in both versions. Scenes were shot back to back in both languages.
- GoofsThere appears to be a hair on the lens in the right bottom of the frame during the shots where Hamza rides down a hill to find early followers tortured and killed.
- Alternate versionsDirector Moustafa Akkad wanted the story to be told in English, so people all around the world could enjoy it. Also, he felt he needed to pay a tribute to the Middle East, where it took place. So two versions were shot on location simultaneously. There were two actors for each role and the one that is well known now is the English Version, starring Anthony Quinn. However, "Al Risalah" (the Arabic movie) is the other well known version in Saudi Arabia and the surrounding countries.
- ConnectionsAlternate-language version of The Message (1976)
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most amazing experience
I saw this film when I was working and living in Brussels in 1979. Most of my friends were North African, ergo Muslim. When this film came out, we all went to the Bourse Cinema. The film itself was very enlightening, and the fact that Mohammed himself was never 'in the picture' (so to speak) I found contributing to the profoundness of the film. What really struck me was that when in the film religious (holy) verses (like psalms) were sung or played, the whole audience would reverently sing along. Very moving.
Of course, it was 25 years ago, and I cannot remember a lot of it, but it was my first encounter with Islam and made a major impact.
Of course, it was 25 years ago, and I cannot remember a lot of it, but it was my first encounter with Islam and made a major impact.
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- marialette
- Oct 9, 2004
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- Also known as
- Mohammad: Messenger of God
- Filming locations
- Morocco(Mecca and Medina exteriors)
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- Budget
- $10,000,000 (estimated)
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