The way the story should be told. (by PWNYCNY) |
For those who are expecting a repeat of the Mel Gibson movie, then prepare to be disappointed ... or pleasantly surprised. This movie is the sanitized version of the Gibson extravaganza. It is the movie that Gibson would have made if he had decided to ease off on the gratuitous depictions of violence. Depicting violence in a movie about Christ is unavoidable; it is part of the story. The violence has to be shown. The question is: how, without the violence itself becoming the main theme? This movie sticks to the story about Jesus; the violence is a part of the story. He is beaten, mocked, <more> |
Good film, don't over think it folks... (by markestephan) |
So the film is an adaption of the Bible Series on the History Channel. A lot of new scenes, some smooshed together. It is obviously not a Word-for-word reading of the Gospel of John, although it generally tries to follow the Gospel of John. For a two hour movie it does a good job of telling the story. You cannot tell the Gospel story word for word in two hours. So please stop criticizing this movie for not doing that. A lot of folks are knit picky on this film, and rightfully, if you're evaluating it as a theologian, you can. It's inaccurate. HOWEVER, if you're evaluating this <more> |
It's definitely worth it (by lasrocks20) |
From beginning to end the movie is moving. The acting was amazing, the soundtrack was beautiful. Son of God impacts people all alike whether they're true believers or not. People left the movie in tears because the impact was so great and tissues were constantly being pulled out because everyone couldn't stop crying the movie was that awesome. Without hesitation I would pay to go see it again and take people with me over and over. Each person portrayed was exact, and the tension and the emotions that carried left people watching from the edges of their seats. Son of God reminds <more> |
A Mini-Retreat (by paul-lauer) |
My experience of this film is that it was like a "mini-retreat" in which I was touched by the love of Jesus Christ. If you go with an open heart, this film will be a healing, inspiring experience, and will renew you in a way that very few movies can do. You can go to the theater to be entertained, and this movie will entertain you, but how often can you go to a movie that will renew your spirit? This is like consuming a healthy meal that will nourish your body instead of consuming junk food that temporarily fills you, but has really done nothing to nourish you. Seeing Son of God <more> |
For those of faith...spirit lifter. (by michaelRokeefe) |
SON OF GOD seems to be a pared down version of Mark Burnett and Roma Downey's cable classic THE BIBLE. This movie explores the life of Jesus Christ from birth to resurrection. Diogo Morgado plays Jesus, as he did in THE BIBLE. His striking good looks help to command his scenes. And I really can't think of someone else playing the demanding role better. The movie is filmed entirely in Morocco and the wide angle scenes are fantastic. You watch Jesus teaching and healing and of course the heartfelt scenes of dragging His cross to be crucified. You feel the agony and pain as he is <more> |
Stunning, Inspiring, Needed Today (by egbarrette) |
Fast paced, dynamic. Such a contrast to Zeffirelli's languid "Jesus of Nazareth". It is easy to understand why people were attracted to this itinerant preacher. A plus is that many who are too familiar with Gospel texts may be startled awake when they hear them in new settings or coupled in unfamiliar ways. Making Mary Magdalene a constant companion of the apostles is very significant. The passion scenes are rightfully graphic. But not like those in Gibson's film, "The Passion of Christ" which crossed the line and became "obscene" - i.e., never cutting <more> |
A Humble Telling Of The Son Of God (by patsworld) |
I do have to take exception with the reviews that declare this movie 'boring' because it didn't go all out with special effects – or quote entire passages of the Bible. I thought that this movie was trying to portray a humble man who was simply going about the business of living out his destiny. Which is exactly who Jesus was. I found it refreshing not to have a slam-bang all-out special effects, miracle exploding on the screen, drama-in-you-face version of this life. The important points were there. In fact, just the important moments and quotes that were needed and wanted. I <more> |
Good Movie Decent Acting Good Effort to Tell the Story (by sdebeaubien) |
Since so many so-called "Christians" are reviewing this movie and ripping it to shreds, I thought I should write a review to give a more balanced opinion. There will be spoilers in my review, so let me just start by saying that it was entertaining and it had its moments. If you are the kind of Christian who thinks that "Only the King James Version" of the Bible is correct, or anybody else who doggedly clings to their own "Traditions" then do not go see it, this movie is not for you.The movie is, however, for the masses of people who have never heard of Jesus, or <more> |
Relevant & Inspiring (by eric-354-336818) |
Jesus is one of those rare historical figures where most people agree that he changed the world for the better, so this is an important film for everyone to see. When I went to see the movie, I must say that I was a little skeptical going in, because sometimes bible films can be a little tacky. But what I discovered was a beautifully created film with good acting, production and entertainment value. Most of all, I really liked the followers of Jesus and their characters--made me ask myself the question "is Jesus relevant to me?" I like movies that make you think. If you're <more> |