GODSPELL (Film)
Godspell (also known as Godspell: A Musical Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew) is the 1973 film adaptation of the Off-Broadway musical Godspell created by John-Michael Tebelak with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Directed by David Greene with stars Victor Garber as Jesus and David Haskell as Judas/John the Baptist, the film is set in contemporary New York City. John-Michael Tebelak is credited as co-writer of the screenplay and served as the creative consultant, although director David Greene said Tebelak did not write the screenplay. (More from Wikipedia)
The musical Godspell was adapted into a film called Godspell in 1973, and a Godspell soundtrack album was also released. The film was shot in numerous deserted New York City locations, with the cast dressed in contemporary clothing. In a nod to Jesus Christ Superstar, the character of Jesus is wearing a Superman shirt during the film.
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