Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Christian faith along the way.
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Awards Dominance
Wins
Nominations
2 Oscar · 1 Golden Globe
Won
1954
Art Direction (Color)
Art Direction: Lyle Wheeler, George W. Davis; Set Decoration: Walter M. Scott, Paul S. Fox
Costume Design (Color)
Charles LeMaire, Emile Santiago
Actor
Richard Burton
Best Motion Picture
Frank Ross, Producer
Cinematography (Color)
Leon Shamroy
1954
Best Motion Picture - Drama
Robe, The
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