Black Jesus

"Black Jesus has the impact of Z. Strode should get an Academy Award."-ABC-TV

Based on actual incidents in the Congo, the country that became Zaire, and then in May of 1997, once again turned into the Congo Republic, Woody Strode is Black Jesus, a revolutionary leader betrayed by one of his followers and unwittingly martyred by those in power.

Director Valerio Zurlini has made a film that not only transcends history but highlights its cyclical nature with numerous biblical parallels.Strode, the African leader of a popular revolutionary movement works secretly to overthrow a colonial torture, we see the entire horror of the confrontation reflected in his eyes.

Called "The Gentlest Giant" by famed American director, John Ford, Strode (Once Upon A Time In The West, Spartacus) lifts the movie to a new level with his portrayal of a helpless man falling from power.Every second of his performance will keep you on the edge of your seat.