Hailed internationally by film critics, The Gospel According To St Matthew is a visually stunning, emotionally stirring interpretation ofthe greatest story ever told: the life of Christ. A landmark in world cinema, the story of Jesus is based upon the writings of the Apostle Matthew. Pasolini's trademark naturalism illustrates how His teachings attracted not only His disciples, but crowds of believers before the Pharisees, chief priests and elders conspire to have Jesusarrested, tried and crucified on the cross.