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Ben-Hur (2016)
Director: Timur Bekmambetov
Cast: Jack Huston, Pilou Asbæk, Rodrigo Santoro, Morgan Freeman
Runtime125 min
Rating12A
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A falsely accused nobleman survives years of slavery to take vengeance on his best friend who betrayed him.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The 2016 film Ben-Hur directed by Timur Bekmambetov received mixed reviews from critics, with many finding it a disappointing remake of the classic 1959 film. While the film was nominated for a few minor awards, it failed to garner significant awards recognition. With a modest 5.7/10 rating on IMDb and a 26% score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film's public reception indicates it did not resonate strongly with audiences.
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Fans of epic historical dramas and intense action sequences will appreciate this 2016 remake of Ben-Hur, directed by Timur Bekmambetov. The film features stunning chariot race sequences and a powerful performance from Jack Huston as the wrongfully accused nobleman seeking revenge against his former friend, played by Pilou Asbæk.
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Ben-Hur is a 2016 epic historical drama film directed by Timur Bekmambetov, and written by Keith Clarke and John Ridley. It is the fifth film adaptation of the 1880 novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace and the third version produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. It has been termed a "re-adaptation", "reimagining", and "new interpretation" of the novel, and follows Judah Ben-Hur, a young prince who is falsely accused by his step-brother, an officer of the Roman army, and is sent to slavery, only to escape and seek vengeance. The film stars Jack Huston as the titular character, alongside Toby Kebbell, Rodrigo Santoro, Nazanin Boniadi, Ayelet Zurer, and Morgan Freeman. It was filmed in Matera, Italy, from February to June 2015.
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