The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God (1976)
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.
Director: Geoffrey Helman, Christopher Penfold
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 47 min
Release Date: January 1, 1976
Cast
- Damien Thomas - Narrator (Voice)
- Moustapha Akkad - Himself
- Albert Blackshaw - Himself
- Anthony Quinn - Himself
- John Bloom - Himself
- H.A.L. Craig - Himself
- Morris Fowler - Himself
Screenplay
Editing: Barry Chattington, Stuart Taylor
Production: Filmco International Productions
Country: Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Morocco, United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
behind the scenes, making of, film production
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God?
- The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God was directed by Geoffrey Helman, Christopher Penfold.
- Who stars in The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God?
- The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God stars Damien Thomas, Moustapha Akkad, Albert Blackshaw, Anthony Quinn, John Bloom, H.A.L. Craig.
- How long is The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God?
- The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God has a runtime of 47m (47 minutes).
- What genre is The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God?
- The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God produced?
- The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God was produced in Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Morocco, United Kingdom.