Next to Jesus’ mother, Mary, no woman had a greater influence on Jesus than Mary Magdalene. Mary Magdalene, nicknamed “the Apostle of the Apostles,” was an outstanding follower of the Son of God. She supported His ministry financially, was present during His crucifixion and burial, and was one of the first to witness His Resurrection. So it’s no surprise that Mary Magdalene is an essential character whenever a movie is made about Jesus. Considering her importance, casting directors take very seriously choosing the ideal actress to play her. Below are eight actresses who did a great job bringing Mary Magdalene to life.
1. Monica Bellucci –passion of christ (2004)
She is probably best known for her role as Persephone. Aftermath of ‘The Matrix’ Monica Bellucci became known when she began her modeling career at the age of 16. She walked the catwalks in Milan, Florence and Paris and saved the money she earned to pay for college, where she dreamed of studying law. But it was she who captivated the audience after her appearance in 1992. Bram Stoker’s DraculaDropped out of college, enrolled in acting classes, and the rest is history. For her role as Mary Magdalene, she was nominated for the Nastro d’Argento Award for Best Supporting Actress.