The Message vs The Trial of the Chicago 7
The Message has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 7.7/10 for The Trial of the Chicago 7). The Trial of the Chicago 7 is the shorter watch at 2h 10m compared with 3h 26m. The Message is the older of the two (1976 against 2020). Both are drama, history movies, so they suit a similar mood.
The Message
The Trial of the Chicago 7| The Message | The Trial of the Chicago 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.5/10 | ★ 7.7/10 |
| Year | 1976 | 2020 |
| Length | 3h 26m | 2h 10m |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Drama, History | Drama, History |
| Country | Algeria | – |
| Director | Moustapha Akkad | Aaron Sorkin |
| Main cast | Damien Thomas, Martin Benson, Abdallah Ghaith, Ali Ahmed Salem, Mohamed El Arabi | Alex Sharp, Eddie Redmayne, Jeremy Strong, Sacha Baron Cohen, Caitlin FitzGerald |
Synopsis
The Message
In sixth-century Mecca, Prophet Muhammad receives his first revelation from God as a messenger. Three years later, he's not alone in his quest and publicly declares his prophecy. Muhammad is fought by Abu Sufian and his wife Hind, rulers of Mecca. Muhammad's followers are hunted and tortured but he continues his calling.
The Trial of the Chicago 7
What was supposed to be a peaceful protest turned into a violent clash with the police. What followed was one of the most notorious trials in history.
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