Judith of Bethulia (Film)

"Judith of Bethulia" is a 1914 silent film adaptation of the biblical story from the Book of Judith. It depicts the courageous Jewish widow Judith, who bravely infiltrates the enemy camp of the Assyrian general Holofernes, and, with her intelligence and bravery, decapitates him to save her people from conquest. The film emphasizes themes of faith, heroism, and political intrigue, capturing the moral and spiritual strength of Judith. As a silent movie, it relies on expressive acting and visual storytelling to convey the narrative, reflecting early cinematic adaptations of biblical tales.