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The Sword and the Cross(1958)
Status: Released
Date: 1958-12-22
34%
5 Votes
Time: 1h 41m
Overview:
Mary Magdalene, a notorious harlot, must choose between her lascivious lifestyle and the love and affection of her decent-minded brother.
Languages: Italian.
Countries:
Italy
ProductionCompanies:
Liber Film
Movie: The Sword and the Cross
Top 10 Billed Cast
Yvonne De Carlo
Maria Maddalena
Jorge Mistral
Caio Marcello
Rossana Podestà
Marta
Massimo Serato
Anan
Andrea Aureli
Barabba
Terence Hill
Lazzaro
Nando Tamberlani
Caifa
Philippe Hersent
Ponzio Pilato
Rossana Rory
Claudia
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