Enrique Irazoqui, a Spanish economics student with a unique blend of heritage, being the son of a father of Spanish descent and a mother of Italian origin, was destined for a life that would take an extraordinary turn. Little did he know, his path would soon intersect with that of the illustrious filmmaker, Pasolini, at a pivotal political event, setting in motion a chain of events that would forever alter the trajectory of his life.
As fate would have it, this chance encounter between Irazoqui and Pasolini would lead to the young economics student being handpicked for the most iconic role of his career: Jesus Christ in Pasolini's cinematic masterpiece, "The Gospel according to St. Matthew", released in 1964.
Notable for his impressive acting skills showcased in the film "The Gospel according to St. Matthew", Irazoqui's talents did not go unnoticed, as he soon found himself assuming the role of lead actor in two notable productions emanating from the esteemed School of Barcelona.
