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Seeking Locations in Palestine for the Film "The Gospel According to Matthew" (Sopralluoghi in Palestina per il film “Il Vangelo secondo Matteo”) (Italy, 1965)

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Directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini

Though The Gospel of Matthew (1964) was ultimately filmed in Italy, director Pier Paolo Pasolini scouted locations in the Holy Land, footage of which he assembled into a travelogue to fundraise for the feature.  In voiceover, the director reflects upon his fascination and disappointment with the area.

Producer: Alfredo Bini. Cinematographer: Aldo Pennelli, Otello Martelli.

35mm, b/w, in Italian with English subtitles, 55 min.