The Message vs W.
The Message has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 6.2/10 for W.). W. is the shorter watch at 2h 9m compared with 3h 26m. The Message is the older of the two (1976 against 2008). Both are drama, history movies, so they suit a similar mood.
The Message
W.| The Message | W. | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.5/10 | ★ 6.2/10 |
| Year | 1976 | 2008 |
| Length | 3h 26m | 2h 9m |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Drama, History | Drama, History |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Moustapha Akkad | Oliver Stone |
| Main cast | Damien Thomas, Martin Benson, Abdallah Ghaith, Ali Ahmed Salem, Mohamed El Arabi | Jeffrey Wright, Jesse Bradford, Thandiwe Newton, Josh Brolin, Toby Jones |
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.
W.
The story of the eventful life of George W. Bush—his struggles and triumphs, how he found both his wife and his faith—and the critical days leading up to his decision to invade Iraq.