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

2 жыл бұрын

FACTS

@cindirose3390

2 жыл бұрын

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

2 жыл бұрын

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

@kaddindefiant

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@jeongbalsancat

2 жыл бұрын

So true

Legitimately one of the greatest parts of cinematic history.

@fiddlersontheramp5417

2 жыл бұрын

Yes. Massively underrated.

@user-tf6vq9tz6b

Жыл бұрын

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

@thareelhelloagain

Жыл бұрын

@Greg LeJacques Jesus christ, what a salty comment.

@nelsonhelmutt5076

Жыл бұрын

@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

Жыл бұрын

It truly is

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

@JohnA.Zoidberg

4 ай бұрын

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

3 ай бұрын

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

3 ай бұрын

@@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

3 ай бұрын

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

@VanyaSvoloch

3 ай бұрын

@@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).

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

Жыл бұрын

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

@samuelelander2422

Жыл бұрын

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

@christophercasey6775

Жыл бұрын

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

Жыл бұрын

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

@tsriftsal3581

10 ай бұрын

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.

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

@masarusenpai1952

3 жыл бұрын

Those pipes, they're something else

@richardkent9275

3 жыл бұрын

The rift in this song is amazing

@dtschuor459

3 жыл бұрын

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

2 жыл бұрын

Rest in Peace Carl. You delivered a treasure

@pinkydogbear

2 жыл бұрын

He was perfect

That guitar riff in the beginning is pretty cool

@tttremendousss9789

2 жыл бұрын

It is actually epic...!

@lakeswirl6985

2 жыл бұрын

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

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah Soundgarden used it in ‘Jesus Christ Pose’

@Mandolorian1001

2 жыл бұрын

You have been promoted to the rank of Captain Obvious

@kowskull_

2 жыл бұрын

@@Custardpoint948 eminem used it in the song Biterphobia

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

Жыл бұрын

And same director did the amazing Fiddler on the Roof

@amanogirl1

Жыл бұрын

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

@tsriftsal3581

10 ай бұрын

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

@tsriftsal3581

10 ай бұрын

@@creatinotionchannel2680 damnit!

@IbraAloneInDark

10 ай бұрын

@@greglejacques1094😊

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

@drugleman601

2 ай бұрын

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

Ай бұрын

@@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

Ай бұрын

@@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

Ай бұрын

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

@drugleman601

Ай бұрын

@@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?

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

@sysuiu4533

2 жыл бұрын

Nice catch

@TheKnowledgeMan101

7 күн бұрын

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

@tcme11

3 күн бұрын

​@@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?

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

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

@Tina06019

Жыл бұрын

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

Жыл бұрын

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

@user-ml3yl1gt9r

Жыл бұрын

Да, только Иуда не был негром

@RA-rz6wt

Жыл бұрын

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.

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

@Burt472

Жыл бұрын

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

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

Жыл бұрын

Don't tell that to an evangelical dude.

@garnet0101

9 ай бұрын

I’m old. I’m 55.🥲

@oddity1769

9 ай бұрын

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

@KateMorganStyle

Ай бұрын

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

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

@jonathandoelander6130

2 жыл бұрын

Are you purposely insulting Ben Vereen?

@terribleTed-ln6cm

Жыл бұрын

For any time....

@FerBolanos1966

Жыл бұрын

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

@harrypitt

9 ай бұрын

​@@jonathandoelander6130??

@onamemmet

6 ай бұрын

Perfect casting. He was just right.

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

Жыл бұрын

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

5 ай бұрын

@@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

21 күн бұрын

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

This performance by Carl Anderson is untouchable.

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

11 ай бұрын

Oh sis thanks, I believed it was just me

@bleebu5448

11 ай бұрын

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

@uhoh7545

11 ай бұрын

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

@TheMrcassina

10 ай бұрын

I know what you mean because I am like you

@adrianaborek6367

10 ай бұрын

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

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

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.

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

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

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

9 ай бұрын

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

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!

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

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

7 ай бұрын

Carl Anderson did.

@user-sx7wo1yl7y

Ай бұрын

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...

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

Жыл бұрын

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

Жыл бұрын

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

@jaymudd2817

Жыл бұрын

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

@labrea5399

Жыл бұрын

Does ur daughter like the song Judas by lady Gaga

@mariaverde7516

Жыл бұрын

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

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!

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

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

@bluebellbeatnik4945

Жыл бұрын

100%

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

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!

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

2 жыл бұрын

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

@nebulous8389

2 жыл бұрын

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

@jimpenn7628

2 жыл бұрын

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

@angelacreaturo8725

Жыл бұрын

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

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.

No one else can compare to his talent ❤

@idarejler3635

Жыл бұрын

Oh Yes❤❤❤❤

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

One of my favorite movies of all time!!!

@oneitalia2312

Ай бұрын

Thee Best!

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

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

10 ай бұрын

I still remember when NO advertising existed for Easter Sunday

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

2 жыл бұрын

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

2 жыл бұрын

@@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

2 жыл бұрын

That is a true miracle.

@arcady0

2 жыл бұрын

@@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

2 жыл бұрын

Amen to that.

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

@biancagerman9808

8 ай бұрын

Agreed!!❤

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

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.

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

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

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

2 жыл бұрын

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

2 жыл бұрын

Best sermon on the gospel ever

@witchesbrew2711

Жыл бұрын

@@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

Жыл бұрын

I saw them also! Incredible!!❤️

@witchesbrew2711

Жыл бұрын

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. ....

One of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Greatest Musicals

@Mandolorian1001

3 жыл бұрын

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

@nicholast.4933

2 жыл бұрын

@@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

2 жыл бұрын

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

@davisholloway9260

2 жыл бұрын

@@Mandolorian1001 I understand your view on that

@markfs

2 жыл бұрын

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

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

5 ай бұрын

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

@danadaniels8676

5 ай бұрын

Amazing performances

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

He actually makes Judas sympathetic.

@verkaforever

Жыл бұрын

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

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.

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

Жыл бұрын

I have copy, too. Watched it many times

"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.

The end gives me sooooo much chills

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

That “All Gone Sour” is Unbelievable!

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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...

Judas had some of the most rocking songs in this show

My mind is clearer now. At last all too well I can see where we all soon will be. If you strip away The myth from the man, You will see where we all soon will be. Jesus! You've started to believe The things they say of you. You really do believe This talk of God is true. And all the good you've done Will soon get swept away. You've begun to matter more Than the things you say. Listen Jesus I don't like what I see. All I ask is that you listen to me. And remember, I've been your right hand man all along. You have set them all on fire. They think they've found the new Messiah. And they'll hurt you when they find they're wrong. I remember when this whole thing began. No talk of God then, we called you a man. And believe me, my admiration for you hasn't died. But every word you say today Gets twisted 'round some other way. And they'll hurt you if they think you've lied. Nazareth, your famous son should have stayed a great unknown Like his father carving wood He'd have made good. Tables, chairs, and oaken chests would have suited Jesus best. He'd have caused nobody harm; no one alarm. Listen, Jesus, do you care for your race? Don't you see we must keep in our place? We are occupied; have you forgotten how put down we are? I am frightened by the crowd. For we are getting much too loud. And they'll crush us if we go too far. If they go too far.... Listen, Jesus, to the warning I give. Please remember that I want us to live. But it's sad to see our chances weakening with every hour. All your followers are blind. Too much heaven on their minds. It was beautiful, but now it's sour. Yes it's all gone sour. Listen, Jesus, to the warning I give. Please remember that I want us to live. see'mon, see'mon He won't listen to me ... see'mon, see'mon He won't listen to me ...

Wow one of the best musical performances of all time.

BEST SONG EVER!!!

Carl Anderson is the ultimate Judas for me. But let's also give credit to the cinematography here! The use of the landscape- judas standing on his own, yelling from afar- really helps to highlight how isolated and ignored he feels, on the outskirts of the group.

Unforgettable even 50 years later.

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

One of the greatest performances of any song ever.

this intro riff is sooo sick.

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

the syncopation is so subtle and brilliant.

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.

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.

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

Никогда не слышала ничего подобного в исполнении других певцов . Голову сносит . До настоящего времени - единственное исполнение которое восхищает ! Слушаешь и дыхание останавливается. Сердцебиение учащается. А это вообще реально ? Так исполнить ? Не могу поверить . Неповторимо !

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

@cathyortiz1280

Жыл бұрын

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

@WillianyAmill

10 ай бұрын

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

@sellyz6306

10 ай бұрын

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

@dpandcrspandvn

6 ай бұрын

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

@janehrahan5116

4 ай бұрын

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

This song should be profiled as hands down the best representation of a Judas depicted

Oh my, Carl Anderson, you put your fingerprint on the part of Judas. No one will be able to duplicate it, they may try but they won't come close because you put your whole heart and soul into every note you sang. Rest in peace.❤🙏

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

@idarejler3635

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

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

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.

Judas has the best songs in this movie I love it❤

Carl Anderson - Thank you ! Such a POWERFUL portrayal of the most misunderstood of the Apostles. There is no Salvation without Resurrection. There is no Resurrection without Crucifixion. All made possible by Judas. I thank GOD for Judas ! Thank you Judas for helping Christ defeat sin and death for all of time. GOD IS GOOD.

This legend got taken much too soon 🥺💜

@dvgucht2680

3 жыл бұрын

You talking about Jesus?

@TheHopeRay

3 жыл бұрын

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

This is way too underrated

Carl wrote a beautiful article for Guideposts Magazine within a year or two of making the movie. He loved Jesus with all his heart. He died just a couple of years ago.

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

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

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

Unbelievable voice and performance

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

RIP Norman Jewison and thank you for this wonderful film.

This is the best version of this musical and the best cast. prove me wrong

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...