Christ Among the Primitives (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 7.5

Released in 1953, Christ Among the Primitives is a documentary film directed by Vincenzo Lucci-Chiarissi, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. Christ Among the Primitives is an 1953 Italian language short film directed by Vincenzo Lucci-Chiarissi. It examines primitive sculptures and traces the evolution of religious motives in early man. It was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Christ Among the Primitives has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Christ Among the Primitives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Christ Among the Primitives tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Christ Among the Primitives (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Christ Among the Primitives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Christ Among the Primitives worth watching?
- Christ Among the Primitives holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Christ Among the Primitives released?
- Christ Among the Primitives was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.