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The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God

The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God

JAN 1, 1976 · 47 MIN · DIR. GEOFFREY HELMAN

Documentary

An in-depth look at the making of ‘The Message’, featuring interviews with key figures such as Moustapha Akkad, the film's producer, who shares his personal connection to the project. The documentary covers various aspects of the production, including the construction of the massive historical Mecca set, the creation of costumes, and the challenges of shooting in the desert. It also discusses the decision to shoot the film in two different languages (Arabic and English) and the unique issues that arose from this choice.

Cast

  • Damien Thomas

    Damien Thomas

    Narrator (Voice)

  • Moustapha Akkad

    Moustapha Akkad

    Himself

  • Albert Blackshaw

    Albert Blackshaw

    Himself

  • Anthony Quinn

    Anthony Quinn

    Himself

  • John Bloom

    Himself

  • H.A.L. Craig

    Himself

  • Morris Fowler

    Morris Fowler

    Himself

Crew

Writer

Christopher Penfold

Editor

Barry Chattington

Editor

Stuart Taylor

Editor

Alfred Cox

Producer

Geoffrey Helman