Tag: Ben-Hur

  • Action-packed ‘Ben-Hur’ showcases timely story of forgiveness

    Action-packed ‘Ben-Hur’ showcases timely story of forgiveness

    Paramount Pictures’ and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures’ “Ben-Hur” is a spectacular, action-adventure in epic scale in the tradition of “Gladiator.” But more than that, it is a timely story of forgiveness, the very core of the original novel from which the film is based, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace. In fact, although “Ben-Hur”…

  • Jack Huston seeks revenge, finds redemption as ‘Ben-Hur’

    Jack Huston seeks revenge, finds redemption as ‘Ben-Hur’

    British actor-on-the-rise Jack Huston (HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire,” Starz’s “Spartacus”) plays the title role of Judah Ben-Hur in Paramount Pictures’ and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures’ epic action adventure “Ben-Hur” based on Lew Wallace’s timeless novel, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ. Directed by Timur Bekmambetov (“Wanted”), the film is the epic story of Judah Ben-Hur, a prince falsely…

  • Rodrigo Santoro feels blessed to portray Jesus Christ in ‘Ben-Hur’

    Rodrigo Santoro feels blessed to portray Jesus Christ in ‘Ben-Hur’

    Brazilian superstar Rodrigo Santoro (“300,” “300: Rise of an Empire”) plays Jesus Christ, who crosses paths with the film’s mortal hero, Ben-Hur (Jack Huston) in Paramount Pictures’ epic action adventure “Ben-Hur,” based on Lew Wallace’s timeless novel, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ. Directed by Timur Bekmambetov (“Wanted”), the film is the epic story of…

  • ‘Wanted’ director puts new twist on epic adventure ‘Ben-Hur’

    ‘Wanted’ director puts new twist on epic adventure ‘Ben-Hur’

    From Timur Bekmambetov, the director of “Wanted” and “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” comes the epic action-adventure “Ben-Hur,” based on Lew Wallace’s timeless novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ. Watch the new “Ben-Hur” clip below. “Ben-Hur” is the epic story of Judah Ben-Hur (Jack Huston), a prince falsely accused of treason by his adopted brother Messala (Toby…

  • Toby Kebbell betrays his brother ‘Ben-Hur’ in new action adventure

    Toby Kebbell betrays his brother ‘Ben-Hur’ in new action adventure

    British actor Toby Kebbell has built an impressive career as one of the more versatile young actors working today, moving effortlessly from one genre to another with every project he takes on. He recently starred as lead Orc, Durotan, in Legendary’s feature film “Warcraft,” and as the sinister ape Koba in “Dawn of the Planet…

  • Four principal ‘Ben-Hur’ actors get own character posters

    Four principal ‘Ben-Hur’ actors get own character posters

    The four principal actors of Paramount Pictures’ “Ben-Hur” are featured in the newly-released character posters for the film. They are Jack Huston as Ben-Hur, a wronged man seeking revenge and redemption; Toby Kebbell who plays Messala, Ben-Hur’s adopted brother and best friend who sets him on his path for vengeance; Morgan Freeman as Sheik Ilderim,…

  • WATCH: Big reveal of Jesus marks new trailer for ‘Ben-Hur’

    WATCH: Big reveal of Jesus marks new trailer for ‘Ben-Hur’

    The new trailer of Paramount Pictures’ new epic, action-adventure “Ben-Hur” is now online, and proudly showcases its Christ-centric tone. The trailer may be viewed below. Written by Keith Clarke and John Ridley, “Ben-Hur” stars Jack Huston (HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire”), Toby Kebbell (“The Prince of Persia”), Morgan Freeman, and also starring Rodrigo Santoro (“300”) as Jesus,…

  • ‘Ben-Hur’s’ Jack Huston wins Rising Star of the Year Award

    ‘Ben-Hur’s’ Jack Huston wins Rising Star of the Year Award

    Jack Huston, who will be seen this August in Paramount Pictures and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures’ Ben-Hur, received this year’s “CinemaCon® Rising Star of the Year Award.” Huston was presented with this special honor at the “CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards” ceremony held recently at The Colosseum, Caesars Palace. CinemaCon is the official convention of The National…

  • New action-adventure ‘Ben-Hur’ reveals int’l poster

    New action-adventure ‘Ben-Hur’ reveals int’l poster

    A new international one-sheet art of Paramount Pictures’ upcoming epic, action-adventure “Ben-Hur” has just been released, carrying the emotional tagline, “Brother against brother. Slave against empire.” Directed by Timur Bekmambetov and written by Keith Clarke and John Ridley, “Ben-Hur” stars Jack Huston (HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire”), Toby Kebbell (“The Prince of Persia”), Morgan Freeman, and also…