Great Religion Films Great Religion Films In the spirit of Passover and Easter observances this week, let's take a look at the best movies featuring religious subjects and themes. Some are even recommended by the Vatican. Here's our list of the top 10 'The Passion of the Christ' This 2004 film was largely funded by its director and was nominated for three Academy Awards. It starred this actor in the title role and became the highest grossing non-English-language film 'Ben-Hur' This 1959 film starred this actor.It won 11 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and was based on this 1880 novel. 'El Cid' This 1961 movie starred Charlton Heston and this bombshell. It was shot entirely on location and went on to be nominated for three Academy Awards. 'The Greatest Story Ever Told' This 1965 film starred Max von Sydow and marked the final performance of this film legend. It was nominated for five Academy Awards and was shot ...