“Ben-Hur” (1959), which celebrated its 65th anniversary this past November, stands as a quintessential example of everything an epic is and should be.

A case in point, the epic Ben-Hur (Fred Niblo), with its two-strip Technicolor sequences and ... Mrs Erlynne (the fabulous Irene Rich), her estranged daughter Lady Windermere (May McAvoy, who also ...

Ben Hur is a picture that rises above spectacle, ... May McAvoy in blonde tresses as Esther deserves a full measure of credit for her performance. While Claire McDowell, ...

(ANALYSIS) Here we are, doing a top ten list of faith-based films for 2024. It’s hard to believe it’s been 20 years since “The Passion of The Christ” helped launch the modern era of faith-based films.

Possessing arguably the most comprehensive collection of Ben-Hur memorabilia in the world, for Ken Valles, one thing led to another. And he plans to display his collection Saturday at the ...

‘Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ’ first came to Fort Worth at Byers Opera House in 1911 and tapped interest with religious and patriotic themes. ... Updated May 17, 2025 8:23 AM .

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia May McAvoy (September 8, 1899 – April 26, 1984) was an American actress who worked mainly during the silent film ...

Passed away June 10, 2024 at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Candace Ben-Hur (nee Dondero). Cherished father of Gia, Daniel and the late Evan Ben-Hur. Loving grandfather of Jonah and Jennaclaire ...

Edgar Wright praises 'Furiosa' and likens it to 'Ben Hur' as a revenge epic. Wright recommended Anya Taylor-Joy to George Miller to play the role.

An air of artificiality is immediately apparent, with LaKeith Stanfield’s Clarence engaging in a Fast & Furious-style chariot race with Mary Magdalene (Teyana Taylor).Ben-Hur this ain’t: just ...