

The Making of an Epic: Mohammad, Messenger of God (1976)
- NR
- 01/01/1976 (US)
- Documentary
- 47m
Overview
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.
Christopher Penfold
Writer, DirectorGeoffrey Helman
DirectorCast

Damien Thomas
Narrator (Voice)
Moustapha Akkad
Himself
Albert Blackshaw
Himself
Anthony Quinn
HimselfJohn Bloom
Himself
H.A.L. Craig
Himself