Mary Magdalene is the first in the Close to Jesus Bible series, including four films from the award-winning producers of Time Life?s The Bible Series.--- Mary Magdalene Plot ---
Thrown out and disowned by her husband, brutalised by Roman soldiers and searching for love and redemption, Mary Magdalene remains one of the greatest Christian enigmas. In this highly engaging film the many sides of one of the most controversial figures among Christ's entourage is highlighted.The seductress, prostitute, healer and politician who has been a fixture in cinema since the advent of film. Maria Grazia Cucinotta (Solomon, Il Postino, The World is not Enough) stars as Mary Magdalene with Benjamin Sadler, Gottfried John and Danny (son of Anthony) Quinn.