Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) - Heaven on Their Minds Scene (1/10) | Movieclips

Jesus Christ Superstar - Heaven on Their Minds: Judas (Carl Anderson) tries to warn Jesus (Ted Neeley).
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FILM DESCRIPTION:
Adapted from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Broadway rock opera, "Jesus Christ Superstar" recounts the last days of Jesus Christ (Ted Neeley) from the perspective of Judas Iscariot (Carl Anderson), his betrayer. As Jesus' following increases, Judas begins to worry that Jesus is falling for his own hype, forgetting the principles of his teachings and growing too close to the prostitute Mary Magdalene (Yvonne Elliman). After Jesus has an outburst in a temple, Judas turns on him.
CREDITS:
TM & © MCA/Universal Pictures [us] (1973)
Cast: Carl Anderson, Ted Neeley
Director: Norman Jewison
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[@YouCantDeleteDenzelL]

No Judas in any performance of this musical has EVER come close to Carl Anderson. Raw vocal power and range on display, mixed with strong emotion... sometimes it's hard to hear without tearing up, it's that beautiful.

[@jenniferharris5825]

FACTS

[@cindirose3390]

Totally agree! The heart-wrenching passionate plea and love expressed nearly exceeds my feelings toward my children from my loins. Such deep love that it actually hurts to hear The signer call out in this performance.

[@cindirose3390]

You are correct, Carl is the best. I always go back to this version

[@kaddindefiant]

Agreed

[@jeongbalsancat]

So true

[@sleepyheadsarah]

Legitimately one of the greatest parts of cinematic history.

[@fiddlersontheramp5417]

Yes. Massively underrated.

[@user-tf6vq9tz6b]

@Greg LeJacques If he received an Oscar, Will Smith would come up on stage and slapped him.

[@thareelhelloagain]

@Greg LeJacques Jesus christ, what a salty comment.

[@nelsonhelmutt5076]

@Greg LeJacques No to many talks of Our Savior. Remember Hollywood doesn't roll out a red carpet for a Billy Grahm.or a Ken Clements

[@alexclipper7608]

It truly is

[@crimsonmaverick8237]

The way he moves… he’s no mere actor, his entire spirit is in it like it’s the real cry of his heart. This is just insane.

[@samuelelander2422]

Truly earth-shattering. It makes me feel like he really believes this was how it was. As do I.

[@samuelelander2422]

Also, his sheer moans at the end of wanting to be heard and being desperate is so powerful...

[@christophercasey6775]

Doesn't it make you want to cry for Judas? He is as brutally honest as you get. The ending just makes everyone cry for the guy.

[@DanielAppleton-lr9eq]

@@christophercasey6775 He's passion incarnate, yet down to earth. FACT.

[@tsriftsal3581]

Yeah, it seems that anytime it has been possible for all to get along our betters show us how we are wrong. They are probably right and we are lucky to have them show us how wrong we are.

[@e.pluribusunum7916]

No matter how many times I've seen this move I still get chills. I have no idea how the director managed to get the perfect cast in this bone-dry minimalist setting and perform one magical scene after another. And the criticism from Judas is in my opinion well-deserved. He was screaming for this dude to stop letting fame get to his head and the Jesus character was like "whatever dude".

[@creatinotionchannel2680]

And same director did the amazing Fiddler on the Roof

[@amanogirl1]

If you had say the DVD or Blur Ray version of this then the commentary should have the answer you seek.

[@tsriftsal3581]

Meh, his dad's legacy is performed everyday on baby boys and not a word against the way, oh ya .

[@tsriftsal3581]

@@creatinotionchannel2680 damnit!

[@IbraAloneInDark]

@@greglejacques1094😊

[@christopherbacon1077]

"every word you say today gets twisted aroud some other way" Hasn't changed in almost two thousand years

[@JohnA.Zoidberg]

Of course not. It got worse. Churches lie to your face to keep your attendance. Sermons are carefully crafted to avoid all the inconvenient bits. Proven historical inaccuracies are stated as objective, unquestionable facts. The very last thing the Jesus cult wants you to do is question any of its dogma. Because religions fall apart if their followers start thinking for themselves.

[@vmk2466]

If you’re talking about the bible, It has translation and the addition of various chapter breaks has skewed the meaning of much of the text

[@darkplasmo7921]

@@vmk2466 not really the untranslated works exist and the council of Nicaea was the only time that things got added translations do have errors but, more high fidelity translations are used today or even Latin in Catholicism and orthodoxy, very little changes if any exist

[@ronstewart2227]

That line and "You've begun to matter more than the things you say" hit home more with every passing year

[@VanyaSvoloch]

@@ronstewart2227 there was a time pastors teaching about the conundrum of faith vs. "the bible/cross as an idol" would've been very introspective pulpit topic for protestant preachers to form complex apologetics on how to navigate their beliefs. these days its probably just hate-mongering and imploring people to believe so hard their god becomes realer in their hearts (but not so hard their heads pop like a sore pimple).

[@kahootafaris294]

Carl Anderson has such a beautiful rock voice, perfect for the roll

[@masarusenpai1952]

Those pipes, they're something else

[@richardkent9275]

The rift in this song is amazing

[@dtschuor459]

Yeah...this whole opera is filled with fabulous music, wonderful characters, and stellar singing. But yes, Carl Anderson is perfect in this role with a voice that makes me feel a bit like weeping. I have so many sentimental memories of this music.

[@jimpenn7628]

Rest in Peace Carl. You delivered a treasure

[@pinkydogbear]

He was perfect

[@gillianhuntley7721]

This is an untouchable performance!!! There will never be another performer who can do what Carl Anderson did for this show. He is a master class performer who will never be replicated. He makes you sympathize for Judas's character, and see that he was necessary to fulfill Gods plan.

[@pinkydogbear]

I agree

[@Tina06019]

This story really hit me in the heart. For a long time I blamed G-d for using Judas this way. Cruel of Him. Now I accept that this is a mythological story, and that the Creator of the universe does not dictate or interfere in the lives of people.

[@LetsLynchTheLandlords]

@@aMYusername Gnostic interpretation of Judas is quite the opposite.

[@user-ml3yl1gt9r]

Да, только Иуда не был негром

[@RA-rz6wt]

the Sad part is Judas even though it was part of the plan that Jesus had to be sacrificed Judas would suffer for betraying Jesus. I think Carl would have mad a great Jesus also.

[@jdank85]

It's hard to believe this movie is 50 years old now! And it still holds up, especially Judas, who makes for a magnificent tragic hero.

[@DanielAppleton-lr9eq]

Don't tell that to an evangelical dude.

[@garnet0101]

I’m old. I’m 55.🥲

[@oddity1769]

​@@greglejacques1094Really you're telling me there weren't Tanks in 1st century middle east

[@KateMorganStyle]

I’d teach it in classic cinematography with Ben Hur and DW Griffith/DJ Spooky Birth of a Nation on Shaft!

[@jjw6946]

That guitar riff in the beginning is pretty cool

[@tttremendousss9789]

It is actually epic...!

[@lakeswirl6985]

i think it’s really cool how that tune is tied to, like, bad things happening. outside of the overture, you first hear it here, when judas is accurately predicting that everything is going to go wrong. you later hear it kick in “judas’s death” right around when judas makes up his mind about his fate. and of course that riff is heard 39 times as jesus is whipped in “trial before pilate”. even if you include its occurrence in the overture, in this movie, the guitar riff is heard as you see the actors get the cross out! i just think it’s neat how that little leitmotif represents something and takes part in the storytelling

[@Custardpoint948]

Yeah Soundgarden used it in ‘Jesus Christ Pose’

[@Mandolorian1001]

You have been promoted to the rank of Captain Obvious

[@kowskull_]

@@Custardpoint948 eminem used it in the song Biterphobia

[@phillipmaguire4671]

I absolutley love Carl Anderson's performance in this ground breaking film. A cinematic masterpiece for it's time. Vale Carl Anderson.

[@jonathandoelander6130]

Are you purposely insulting Ben Vereen?

[@terribleTed-ln6cm]

For any time....

[@FerBolanos1966]

@@jonathandoelander6130 Why do you say it is an insult to Ben Vereen? Phillip’s opinion isn’t insulting anyone

[@harrypitt]

​@@jonathandoelander6130??

[@YaoEspirito]

Perfect casting. He was just right.

[@philipford6183]

Now and forever the very best portrayal of JCS's 'poor old Judas'. This beautiful man and his amazing voice. His performance - especially the betrayal - was heartbreaking.

[@spoiledbrat-py8tn]

I cherish this film, and was in love with Carl Anderson from age12 and still. I still get chills over his performance and brilliance. I used to think, as a child, that 'Jesus', ( Ted Neeley), was dull and weak, but Judas, (Carl Anderson) had a valid and heartbreaking perspective. I just love Carl Anderson, R.I.P> for real.

[@gourdguru]

@@spoiledbrat-py8tn the problem with neeley compared to anderson comes down to two things: 1. neeley has good range and projection, but poor control compared to anderson. neeley has trouble sustaining, and he cracks real bad a few times on his high notes. 2. one word, SOUL. Neeley is playing jesus, filling a role, but ultimately it's just a costume. Anderson IS judas, despite not having a more "Period" outfit like jesus, in fact likely having the least period outfit(save for possibly king herod), you still believe his performance more. you can tell he read the script and got into Judas' headspace, dug deep into his own personal well of emotional experience, and just bled his soul out straight into the microphone. you almost feel he's drawing from a painful memory, maybe a friend he drifted away from after they joined a cult, maybe a depressed friend he tried to help out of the pit, who committed suicide. maybe a serious relationship ruined over a mistake/misunderstanding that ended in begging them to listen, begging to be heard, as they walked out of your life. whatever it is, it melts that wall between actor and character and fully sells it in a way i don't think i've seen before or since.

[@MarcosElMalo2]

But when I watch it, I can’t stop thinking of David Cross in Jeepers Creepers.

[@metavormgeving7576]

"You have become more important than the things you say" great line

[@drugleman601]

It really shows how unschooled and fickle Judas was, especially since this segment seems to really show how unaware he was of what the prophesized fate of the Messiah was

[@jfkesq]

@@drugleman601 no, he was well aware, he was just trying to delay the inevitable. Jesus was his bestie. He didn't want him to die. He was trying to slow it down. He was being selfish. He knew what was coming.

[@drugleman601]

@@jfkesq I wouldn't say so; if he knew the fate of Jesus, he would not have betrayed him to the Romans. Even if he didn't, a true friend would not do that. Judas Iscariot was a traitor from the beginning; a fairweather friend and a warning to all about what the less-loyal do when they're stuck between a rock and a hard place. In any case, he pulled an Oedipus - if you really believe he did what he did to keep Jesus from dying - and fulfilled the prophecy he sought to avoid.

[@mattsdpell5029]

​@@drugleman601 he didn't betray him: they agreed

[@drugleman601]

@@mattsdpell5029 Judas did betray Him. Do you need a citation? What gospel do you prefer? Or, are we talking less of historical context, or more in the context of the musical?

[@anneliesvantwesteinde7613]

I like how he whispers "we are occupied" so that the Romans won't hear it.

[@sysuiu4533]

Nice catch

[@TheKnowledgeMan101]

Its weird since there aren't any romans in this shot

[@tcme11]

​@@TheKnowledgeMan101I don't think he or she means literally hiding his voice from the Romans. Don't be a human speed bump. Anderson lowers his voice on the line to be discreet. Why be mean about this?

[@justkelly2]

The best male vocal performance in any musical, IMHO. Incredible!

[@Burt472]

Agreed....A greeting from Italy...Saw movie at 17 in 1974 when it was released here....Thrilling in the least.....Thanks

[@adriancammelli103]

This performance by Carl Anderson is untouchable.

[@michaeldean9338]

What a blow to the theatrical world. Still one of the greatest performances of all time.. R.I.P., Carl Anderson

[@edwardvaca2627]

I saw him play Judas in a live revival in the 90s and he was even better! 30 years later and both he and Ted Neeley were amazing! The show was so good, I went twice!

[@vanessajazp6341]

I'm an atheist, but god this is one of my favorite films of all time. The music and cinematography and performances were just off the charts excellent.

[@caterinacandotto2764]

Oh sis thanks, I believed it was just me

[@bleebu5448]

I'm an atheist too, but love this movie. It represents the entirety of my religious education.

[@uhoh7545]

​@@bleebu5448raving lunatics crowding around Jesus and misconstruing his words the entire time?

[@TheMrcassina]

I know what you mean because I am like you

[@adrianaborek6367]

Same my grandma loved this movie and I liked it because she loved it so much

[@Falconlibrary]

Carl Anderson and Ted Neeley became very close and lifelong friends on this movie set.

[@connormehaffey1838]

this is my favorite version, but not just for Carl's voice, it also has a distinct advantage over other versions imo. Every other version I've heard has a different ending, and in those versions, the entire song is basically a monologue directed at Jesus. Every line is a thing Judas is saying to Jesus to try to convince him of his perspective. This (and his live version) are the only ones who break that conversation, when he screams "HE WON'T LISTEN" at the end he's acknowledging that he's already lost knows that it's already too late.

[@RemyMichaels]

True perfection... I was so fortunate, to see him perform this with the original cast, when they did an anniversary tour... It still brings tears to my eyes... Timeless... 😎🙏🇨🇦

[@garnet0101]

You lucky dog. I did see Ted Neely in 2010, sadly not Carl Anderson as he had passed away. They blow you away!

[@Quetzal00358]

No matter how many times I rewatch this movie I’m always insanely impressed by Judas’s performance

[@TheJoshuamooney]

I’m a fan of so many versions of JCS, from original album to movies, soundtracks, stage shows over the decades-Carl Anderson as Judas just blows all the rest away on so many levels: voice, acting, presence, total commitment to the role. In this scene he sets the tone-along with Jewison’s directing, the setting, choreography etc-for the amazing film to follow. I got hooked on Superstar when my dad brought home the original vinyl when it came out. I was about eight. I’m 60 now so I grew up with this. Anderson is incomparable. Now I’ll go watch it again!

[@1214shell]

Carl Anderson's performance brings chills to my soul! It's so freakin' beautiful!!!! No one comes close.

[@liamg2271]

He is absolutely superb. On every level. This imo is the best individual acting performance in a musical, whether it be stage or screen, ever. And by a significant margin. He should have gotten far more credit.

[@JohmathanBSwift]

Carl Anderson did.

[@user-sx7wo1yl7y]

Agreed. Best Actor for Carl (with Ted oh so close), plus Best Picture and Director. But, alas, it was politically incorrect, because it portrayed Jesus as human. God forbid...

[@jvig5391]

Carl Anderson's performance keeps me coming back decades later.

[@No_Frills_Carnivore]

I watched this with my 14 year old daughter yesterday. She loved it. She said it was quite moving.. gave her things to think about. And we were both sad at judas's end.. like he was used but it was part of the plan 🤷🏾‍♀️ I love this musical though. My year at school performed it for a week in 1995!

[@justkelly2]

So awesome, I hope she enjoyed this performance. As a lover of musicals it’s one I come back to again and again for its raw emotion.

[@No_Frills_Carnivore]

@@justkelly2 she did! And I feel you. The raw emotion is right there to a tee. Perfect.

[@jaymudd2817]

Until 2013,not much internet use, thought 1970 and 1973 versions were all, shocked, realized schools and churches were still performing it.

[@labrea5399]

Does ur daughter like the song Judas by lady Gaga

[@mariaverde7516]

He was used, because he was going to do what he was going to do from the beginning.

[@SBguitarcovers]

I grew up watching this film from my parents and we would watch it every Easter. I went to a Catholic elementary school even though our family wasn't really religious. But I remember seeing this performance when I was around 7 years old and it hit me and made me feel for him before I really even had deep feelings of emotion. That's one of the best things about this film, is you don't have to believe in order to pull something from the performances, I truly feel anyone can watch this and appreciate it.

[@mtjoy747]

I still remember when NO advertising existed for Easter Sunday

[@nebulous8389]

I grew up with this in the background because my family loved it. It's not my cup of tea but I totally dig this song and the main riff. Gives me goosebumps this guy had an amazing voice!

[@ihavenoclue123]

no one can recreate or sing this song like carl. ❤️

[@nebulous8389]

@@ihavenoclue123 even A.I.? A.I. has progressed drastically in recent years

[@jimpenn7628]

Rest in Peace Carl! You left us way too soon.

[@angelacreaturo8725]

Same, I grew up listening to this with my grandma on Good Friday. Not my cup of tea either but thing song’s awesome

[@thecatapultdio4717]

This only got posted 14 hours ago. This version of Judas is amazing! He has such a nice voice. And while my favorite performance of his is in Judas’ death, this is a close second.

[@74artgrrl]

It doesn’t get better than this right here. As a child, my favorite movie was this and it was this performance that drew me in. As an adult I was lucky enough to see both Ted Neeley and Carl Anderson live. They were both still so incredible.

[@danadaniels8676]

Me too, as a child, I think I was 11. Fantastic, Amazing still !

[@danadaniels8676]

Amazing performances

[@vickiebunch3072]

Carl Anderson was amazing! I met him after a performance and he gave me an autograph and kissed me! God bless him and may he rest in peace!

[@RotundRager]

Never seen this before, don't know why the algorithm decided I needed to see it all of a sudden. But man, Carl Anderson was killing it. That is some seriously impressive vocal work, on all levels.

[@dongskijyu8583]

I dont know but i love the version of carl as judas the most. When he sings, you can figure clearly the melody unlike other versions in which they do so many twists and turns

[@jorgepereira1009]

Carl Anderson is GREAT! The best version of this song! The best Judas ever!

[@ShnNar1000x]

This is, by far, the best performance of this song available.

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

100%

[@geomac2071]

Absolutely brilliant. It's been 5 decades a timeless musical . RIP mr Anderson i seen this flick several times still gives me the goose bumps.

[@rubenoteiza9261]

The best movie ever produced. Perfect in every possible sense, in every aspect. Even the camera work is incredible.

[@MadamButterflye1120]

No one else can compare to his talent ❤

[@idarejler3635]

Oh Yes❤❤❤❤

[@kathleenrygiel6964]

Simply one of the best performances of our time. Excellence makes me cry - I'm sobbing.

[@biancagerman9808]

Agreed!!❤

[@bigbrownhouse6999]

This is a masterclass of singing and acting at the same time, a balance which so few broadway actors can get right.

[@witchesbrew2136]

BEST MUSICAL EVER!!!!!💞💞💜💞Got to see it live with the movie cast and have always been in Love with what was created...the transcendent sound..emotion...power and beauty of the synergy of Ted Neeley...Carl Anderson...and Yvonne Eliman (might have spelled them wrong lol)... Love ❤ Love 💘 Love 💘 this amazing unique piece of art.....

[@itinerantpatriot1196]

I saw Carl Anderson and Ted Neely perform JC Superstar live in the early 90s. The actress who played Mary Magdalene during that run was great as well. Like you, I feel blessed that I got to see Carl and Ted play those iconic roles. I like the movie but if you saw it live you really felt the emotion both men put into their portrayals. Great performances. Best musical I have seen hands down and I don't get out to the theater these days so it will remain #1. I watched an updated theatrical performance that was done a few years ago in the U.K. and the actor portraying Jesus did a good enough job but there was no comparison between the updated Judas and Carl Anderson. He owned that role...period. I was saddened to learn he passed away. I trust that unlike the character he played he was welcomed home with open arms.

[@cindirose3390]

Best sermon on the gospel ever

[@witchesbrew2711]

@@itinerantpatriot1196 totally agree... this was the most iconic cast, and perfectly placed...... I always connected with the humanity of the portrayals of each person.

[@christinabraus3543]

I saw them also! Incredible!!❤️

[@witchesbrew2711]

EXACTly!! This cast connected with the humanity of each person, especially Judas who I never felt was a "villian" as he is often portrayed, and Ted Neeley connected with the humanity in Jesus while still acknowledging the Divinity. ....

[@edser1018]

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER IS A GENIUS! THIS IS MORE THAN A MUSICAL, IT'S A MASTERPIECE!

[@amberclemins6164]

The end gives me sooooo much chills

[@acpguitar1516]

I think you only start to realise just how awesome and powerful this is when you reach a certain age. What a performance!

[@blukeblue1235]

When I was a kid my mom had the two set album of this movie. On rediscovery of this 30 years later I realize how amazing these songs really are.

[@CatT1987]

I own this movie so needless to say I have seen Carl Anderson's performance many many times and every time I see the movie and hear him sing this song I get goosebumps... every time! 👏🥰

[@sondragramse1770]

I have copy, too. Watched it many times

[@Ryantravisaol]

One of the greatest performances of any song ever.

[@brazen44]

One of my favorite movies of all time!!!

[@oneitalia2312]

Thee Best!

[@arcady0]

This song, as sung by Carl Anderson, literally led me back to my faith in my 20s after some years full of questions and doubts based on what I'd seen the churches get up to. This song "let me" question things again, and skip past corrupt pastors and priests to return to the source. I still won't go into a church as they define it, but I found my faith again after this.

[@nasyabugg8240]

That's good!! I am so happy to hear that!! My mother always tells me there is a difference between being religious and actually having a relationship with God. when you have a relationship with him it doesn't matter what others think, your confidence will be in him and you knowing the truth. So surround yourself with people who have like thoughts as you and want the best for you and your relationship with God. Have a blessed night stay strong in the Lord! ✌️✌️😁😁

[@arcady0]

@@nasyabugg8240 Exactly. Growing up I didn't see that. I had to come to it "the hard way", I tried to deny my faith, but it called me back. This song was the pivotal moment that helped me understand that. It was the song of doubting, but it was like the doubts I had at that age - and then as the musical went on from there, I found my path. And being a 'rock musical' made it "easy to listen to and open myself up to" at that age.

[@57andstillkicking]

That is a true miracle.

[@arcady0]

@@dennisthemenace3695 Look at the words of the inidividual mystics - be it Yeshua (Jesus), Mohammed, Shakyamuni (Buddha), Lao Tzu, or whoever. Their words are often extremely different than what the religions based around them proclaim - and often even out of step with the rest of the book's they are featured in. Jesus' words for example are radically different from anything anyone else says in the Bible. Jesus was all about love and forgiveness and he took in many people who were seen as 'on the wrong side of sexual politics' of the day. The only people Jesus had trouble with was those we would today describe as Capitalists. He was very harsh towards anyone motivated by money / greed. - When you look to the teachings of the actual teachers, around the world they seem to often repeat a lot of the message of coming together in love / peace, being less judgmental, and seeing the divine in everything around us.

[@map3384]

Amen to that.

[@ViaAngeles-ve5uj]

Carl Anderson was amazing! So powerful & passionate. He helped us see a man who was deeply afraid - for his people and for his teacher & his mission. And thus, frustrated & angry. He thought he was the only smart & practical one while others had "too much heaven on their mind". When he sings "We are occupied; have you forgotten how put down we are? And they'll crush us if we go too far," Judas reflects the thinking of many people who've lived under brutal military occupation for several years. (I was growing up under martial law in the 60s & 70s) TJSS was brilliantly written & scored. And Carl Anderson was perfectly cast. Thank you to all inbolved in its creation and all the various productions

[@ammortal]

I don't remember why, but in probably 1996 or so I was in the Air Force and checked this movie out of the base library. And from the moment I heard Carl singing this song (which is right at the beginning) I was absolutely floored and hooked.

[@samosullivan1744]

That “All Gone Sour” is Unbelievable!

[@zecawolf]

Sorry, Tim Minchin. I like you very much and your Judas is excellent, but this is unbeatable.

[@gwynnielsen5081]

This is definitely one of the best introductions to a film that I have ever seen. Beautifully filmed. And the music? Beyond compare.

[@manuelgonzales6483]

I think this whole production could not be topped. Some things are just perfect the first time around 🥇

[@magsteel9891]

Judas had some of the most rocking songs in this show

[@JCH007]

One of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Greatest Musicals

[@Mandolorian1001]

Just a note, it's a rock opera. Not a musical. 😁

[@nicholast.4933]

@@Mandolorian1001 at this point it's kind of treated as a sub-category of musicals, kind of how everyone calls RENT a musical even though that's technically an opera as well

[@Mandolorian1001]

@Nicholas T. Yeah, but it still bothers me; because it's an opera

[@davisholloway9260]

@@Mandolorian1001 I understand your view on that

[@markfs]

Just a note. The lyrics were written by Tim Rice.... Andrew did the music. So TIm conceived the story. He set the agenda....but dont tell Andrew

[@Chronotri]

Wow one of the best musical performances of all time.

[@72floyd]

History will show the impact and gargantuan talent of Carl Anderson and Ted Neeley. My God what passion and soul! God bless them !

[@idarejler3635]

Absolutely

[@geemunney]

Listening to the Blu-ray audio commentary with Norman Jewison and Ted Neeley they mention that even though the story is about Jesus, it’s all told from Judas’ point of view. That’s what makes it work as a rock opera. And Carl Anderson must have understood and embraced that. It’s really a magnificent performance.

[@RKDTheatre]

The Best Performer that ever did this role. He was just incredible.

[@RobertVincentMusic]

"You've begun to matter more than the things you say." A powerful line.. and that's exactly what happened.. through no fault of his own. That happened when his followers deified him.

[@4wdthinking]

Carl Anderson is my all time favourite judas. Rest in peace Carl.

[@richardthunderbay8364]

An incredible performance by Carl Anderson. Really the definitive take on this song.

[@curtiscruncher]

I was lucky to see him perform live in Vancouver 1996, got an autograph too

[@dugdoll3295]

I met Carl a few years before he died. Such an amazing singer, and an excellent Human. 💝

[@moto.roxtar]

It's not just the singing, it's also the acting

[@peterchan958]

This is a secular movie and depicts so humanly and poignantly the emotions that besieged each of the main personalities especially Our Lord. I feel for Him when I watch this...

[@ryanphillips4700]

this man's voice and passion brings me to tears, everytime

[@caseyalexandraweismiller]

My mom had us watching this from the beginning. I remember my sister and I would turn it on all the time when we were preschool age. And I remember having chills watching it then too.

[@claudiabrave6149]

I am so glad I saw both Carl and Ted on tour with the show. It was so amazing!

[@imjelo]

Carl Anderson is the benchmark for anybody who plays Judas in a "Jesus Christ Superstar" production.

[@wardragonprime]

He actually makes Judas sympathetic.

[@verkaforever]

That is the whole point of this musical. I can't decide whether Jesus or Judas is the real star.

[@DavidRodriguez-mp9nh]

Such dred in this opening scene. The music makes the mood. Guitar is so amazing as it grows in volume and emotion. The pose Judas poses on the rock is iconic like a gargoyle/angel overlooking the scene and knowing how this story will end. A voice screaming in the desert.

[@javaskull88]

What a great voice! This song still gives me chills.

[@joemac6774]

What a voice, and a proper acting performance from the late, great Carl Anderson. God rest his soul 🙏💚

[@CatETru]

When a man can make me cry with his voice then I know he is extra special.....rarely ever happened before.

[@OhDubya]

the syncopation is so subtle and brilliant.

[@James-mx9sl]

It has all been said a million times but here's another one - they were ALL superlative. Magnificent performances from each and every single person in this film. Carl's, though, is stunningly beautiful (as is Ted's Gethsemane).

[@Zeppolino100]

What an amazing performance! Anderson captures the sincere love, passion, and growing angst while providing a vocal tour de force. And talk about grabbing the audience by the throat and never letting go, within mere seconds the viewer knows they are going to experience something transfixing and transformative. The mixture of raw, barren authentic scenery with bright colors and a youthful cast showcases the tension unique to cinematic and chronological anomalies that command the entire film. One of my favorites is the scene of poor Judas being chased by the industrial monster armed tanks that suddenly appear out of nowhere in the desert. WoW! Filmed amidst the background of the then recent1967 Six Day War followed by the Yom Kippur War OF 1973, the essence of ongoing human conflict is brought home.

[@williamkuhns2387]

Back in the 70s and early 80s this movie played on Easter Sunday along with Godspell. Great memories.

[@JamesGower-ch5zj]

Unforgettable even 50 years later.

[@derekdmr762]

I have seen JCS live twice, once on the 50th anniversary and once several years before, the Judas' don't come close..... what a Talent, Carl Anderson. A joy to be able to listen to his vocals whenever I need that vocal dose of Faith.

[@keyboarddancers7751]

I've never been into this work and never seen it in any form but I went to see the stage show for the first time last night in a sold out regional theatre because one of my young relatives was one of the cast. I don't know what I was expecting but I certainly wasn't expecting an extremely engaging and thematically rather dark progressive rock opera!! I can now see why it still remains so massively popular even after 50 years.

[@mariaelenadeguzmanaraneta8497]

The best Judas Iscariot I've seen on screen...what an amazing performance...it was all heart for him, may he rest in peace now...

[@carlpurusram]

THE VERY BEST EVER!!!! -no one in productions i've seen has ever come close to Carl Anderson

[@eagleriver900]

C.A. moved me so many times in this movie.. He's is one of a kind, an eternal perfomance

[@sellyz6306]

i don't understand how critics didn't like this musical, it's a perfect movie

[@cathyortiz1280]

I saw the play in Los Angele at an outside theater. It was even better!!

[@WillianyAmill]

You mean film critics or religious people of the 70s..... ???

[@sellyz6306]

@@WillianyAmill nah, i'm talking about the film critics actually.. but ofc the religious ppl opinion influences a lot, unfortunately.

[@dpandcrspandvn]

Because they are a bunch of snobby wankers. They hated 7 Brides too but box office told otherwise. Godspell, however, is rubbish.

[@janehrahan5116]

Film critics. My very Catholic family plays this every Thursday before good Friday

[@ruthlester-scott7572]

They were ALL phenomenal...it still gives me chills to watch it, the music, the scenery, the story. My faith is restored every time I watch the movie. Amazing 🙏❤️

[@melgibson1284]

this is an atheist film sorry to say christian

[@andydunn3835]

@@melgibson1284 'your follows are blind, too much heaven on their mind' ' you begun to matter more than the things you say' exactly

[@peterroycroft]

@@melgibson1284 As an atheist, I disagree. Super controversial at the time for sure (I was born about 8 years before the movie was made but it didn't cross my radar until I was a teenager many years later). I'm from Ireland where there were protests outside cinemas from some people who considered it blasphemy. This is not surprising as Ireland was an UBER CATHOLIC country at the time. Apparently the protests died away when Vatican radio started playing some of the tracks (who knew!). I think the musical tries to humanise Christ and the people around him. I have no idea if the man existed and I certainly don't consider him God, but his/the teachings were pretty epic nonethless (unlike the old testament, which American "Christian" fundamentalists seem to love so much ).

[@melgibson1284]

@@peterroycroft listen to the lyrics more and youll get it

[@boppah]

@@melgibson1284 The film is about Judas his ignorance and how he is used in the greater plan.

[@ScottRossProductions]

saw this as a kid. been checking out a few later performances. anderson, neeley, and elliman. never got better.

[@kadzzzz6177]

this intro riff is sooo sick.

[@edwardlong2903]

I always was stuck by how he said “we are occupied” on the inhale almost whispering like he doesn’t want others to hear it. Like even tho he’s by himself and in his mind Jesus is leading them to ruin, he is Still playing the part he believes Christ can deliver them. And what’s even more astonishing is he’s right. In order for there to be a Jesus the physical human form has to end at the cross. As a kid hearing the story of Christ at first like most I hated Judas, my mom showed me this and I instantly and ever since have had such a profound empathy for him. He was at Jesus right up into the events of the arrest trial execution. The grief of his death made him take his own life. This movie gave me the empathy for Judas Christ would of wanted me to have. Carl Andersen was born for that role and no one I’ve ever seen has even came close.

[@TheHopeRay]

This legend got taken much too soon 🥺💜

[@dvgucht2680]

You talking about Jesus?

[@TheHopeRay]

@@dvgucht2680 no :/ judus passed away, aka Carl Anderson

[@peterscocca3024]

Watch this fabulous movie often since it was new on the big screen and still greatly moved by it every time

[@matthewJ142]

This and the title song are the best. Judas had such power.

[@erikpeterson25]

Loved this soundtrack album...thx for bringing it back 💕❤

[@UMBE4U]

RIP Norman Jewison and thank you for this wonderful film.

[@user-yq5gr4bi3m]

"We are occupied. Have you forgotten how put down we are?" You feel every bit of that.

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

amazing and i really hope he enjoyed performing this because i would have loved this. not only does he get to sing the best song of this musical, he is also in the best location of any musical i have ever seen. blues skies, sun and sand/rocks. yes please!