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Black Easter (2021): Cast & Ratings

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Black Easter is a 2021 action drama directed by Jim Carroll, starring Jason Castro as Jesus, Donny Boaz and Anthony Crivello. It runs 1 hour 53 minutes and was made on a reported $5 million budget. Its Echo Score is 38/100.

Echo Score
38
budget
$5M
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Black Easter (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 53m (113 min)
Director
Jim Carroll
Genres
Action , Adventure , Drama , Sci-Fi
Original language
English
Budget
$5M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Black Easter About?

The premise of Black Easter without spoilers.

A team of brilliant scientists, led by Ram Goldstein, races to build the first matter transfer machine, funded by Ahmed Amir at his technology institute. During the project's development, Ram discovers the potential for time travel, but also uncovers a disturbing truth: the institute conceals a terrorist group planning to weaponize the technology. With his friends taken hostage, Ram is compelled to finish the machine, unaware that Ahmed intends to travel back in time to assassinate Jesus. Ahmed's actions trigger a catastrophic chain of events, unleashing an apocalypse and placing the world's fate in the hands of a genius and a man struggling with his faith.

Black Easter Themes & Keywords

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  • assassins
  • resurrection
  • anti christ
  • time machine
  • apocalypse
  • assassin 33
  • conspiracy
  • jesus christ character
  • world
  • group
  • man
  • travel into the past
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  • mary mother of jesus
  • mary magdalene character
  • color in title
  • extremist
  • two word title
  • st. peter character
  • time travel
  • judas iscariot character
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Cast & crew

Black Easter Cast & Characters

Jason Castro leads the cast as Jesus, with Donny Boaz as Brandt and Anthony Crivello as Ram's Father. Directed by Jim Carroll; 4 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Jim Carroll

More films directed by Jim Carroll: Assassin 33 A.D. and Evil Behind You.

Full filmography
Ratings

Black Easter Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 38/100, strongest in story & flow (48) and weakest in character & emotion (33).

38 /100

Black Easter Echo Score Breakdown

Black Easter presents a polarizing experience that leans toward the negative end of the spectrum. While the premise of a faith‑based time‑travel narrative draws occasional interest, execution flaws dominate the viewing. Critics and audiences alike point to substandard production values, uneven performances, and a convoluted storyline that hampers engagement. The few moments of originality are outweighed by technical and narrative shortcomings, resulting in limited appeal for repeat viewings.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of art and craft, the film suffers from low‑budget visuals and amateurish editing. Reviewers repeatedly note poorly constructed sets, inconsistent cinematography, and a lack of polished production design. The limited technical ambition detracts from the overall aesthetic, leaving the visual presentation feeling unfinished. Consequently, the artistic execution receives a below‑average assessment.

  • Character & Emotion 33

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances are widely criticized as unconvincing and stilted. Multiple reviewers describe the acting as comparable to a high‑school play, with little depth or chemistry among the cast. Although a few viewers mention occasional touching moments, the prevailing view is that the characters lack nuance and fail to resonate emotionally, resulting in a low character score.

  • Story & Flow 48

    The story and flow showcase a mix of strengths and weaknesses. The time‑travel concept and effort to blend faith with science fiction are praised for originality by some users. However, many critique the plot as confusing, absurd, and poorly paced, leading to disengagement. This division yields a middling score that reflects both the intriguing premise and the flawed execution.

  • Sensory Experience 38

    Sensory experience, including sound and visual style, receives limited commendation. Reviewers seldom mention a compelling soundtrack, and visual elements are often described as low‑budget and inconsistent. One critic notes that camera work slightly outshines other aspects, but overall sensory cohesion is weak. The modest score mirrors the lack of a strong auditory or visual identity.

  • Rewatch Factor 34

    Rewatch factor is low, as the film fails to offer lasting appeal or incentive for repeated viewings. While a few comments suggest the movie is never boring, the majority highlight its tedious plot and numerous technical flaws, reducing replay value. The consensus points to a viewing experience that quickly loses its novelty, resulting in a modest rewatch rating.

Videos

Black Easter Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Black Easter Full Trailer
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Black Easter Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Páscoa Negra” and “黑色复活节”.

Also known as
  • Páscoa Negra
  • 黑色复活节
  • Pâques noires

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FAQ

Black Easter FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Black Easter, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Black Easter?

Black Easter runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

When was Black Easter released?

Black Easter was released on May 14, 2021.

Who directed Black Easter?

Black Easter was directed by Jim Carroll.

More films by Jim Carroll

Who is in the cast of Black Easter?

Black Easter stars Jason Castro as Jesus, Donny Boaz as Brandt and Anthony Crivello as Ram's Father, among 4 credited actors.

What was the budget of Black Easter?

Black Easter had a reported budget of $5 million.

Does Black Easter have a post-credit scene?

No. Black Easter has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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