SON OF GOD - The movie

[vintagetoppsguy]

I believe I saw the same interview. One thing I wanted to clear up that was mentioned earlier in this thread is that this is not a re-edit of the Bible series. The producers did say they re-used some of the same footage, but most of it was new material not seen in the Bible series. They did say it was all shot at the same time. Again, I have not seen the Bible series (yet), I am going by what they said in the interview.

[Runscott]

Sorry about that. Still, they put together a movie by editing together bits and pieces of footage that was intended for the television series. The outfits were great, as was the cinematography. I just didn't think the Jesus character was realistic, and I don't think any of his disciples would have hooked up with a character like this. The best example I can give to explain my thoughts: if you think about the 'last supper' scene in this movie, versus the one in Mel Gibson's version, there is a huge attitude difference on the part of Jesus. But who knows?

Just to be very clear - I am a Christian an watch any movie I can that centers around Christ's life. But, as in 'Taladega Nights', we all have our own personal Jesus, and mine isn't the one in 'Son of God'. The reality is that none of us really know what the historical Jesus was like - we rely on our own imagination, based on the Bible, and the folks who produce these movies do the same.

[Orioles1954]

Originally Posted by Runscott

Sorry about that. Still, they put together a movie by editing together bits and pieces of footage that was intended for the television series. The outfits were great, as was the cinematography. I just didn't think the Jesus character was realistic, and I don't think any of his disciples would have hooked up with a character like this. The best example I can give to explain my thoughts: if you think about the 'last supper' scene in this movie, versus the one in Mel Gibson's version, there is a huge attitude difference on the part of Jesus. But who knows?

Just to be very clear - I am a Christian an watch any movie I can that centers around Christ's life. But, as in 'Taladega Nights', we all have our own personal Jesus, and mine isn't the one in 'Son of God'. The reality is that none of us really know what the historical Jesus was like - we rely on our own imagination, based on the Bible, and the folks who produce these movies do the same.

I doubt he had many European features

[teetwoohsix]

I'll eventually see it, but I'll wait until it comes out on PPV or something.

Sincerely, Clayton

* Edited my post & removed review note

[brian1961]

My family and I went to see "Son of God". We all loved it, beginning to end, and hope to see it again. Very moving. Very, very moving. --Brian Powell

[Runscott]

Originally Posted by Orioles1954

I doubt he had many European features

I noticed that as well, and it bothered me. All the 'good guys' were beautiful Aryans, and everyone else looked like people from the regions would have looked, and not even necessarily beautiful versions.

[vintagetoppsguy]

Originally Posted by Runscott

Just got out and really wish I had gone to see Robocop, as planned.

Your beef with the Son of God is that it's not realistic, right? What's more believable - a movie about a half man / half robot cop, or Jesus with European features and an English accent?

I guess they could have shot the movie with all Middle Eastern actors in Aramaic with English subtitles. Would that have made you enjoy the movie more?

The movie was made with the purpose of sending a message (not to win an Academy Award). That message came across loud and clear.

[Runscott]

Originally Posted by vintagetoppsguy

Your beef with the Son of God is that it's not realistic, right? What's more believable - a movie about a half man / half robot cop, or Jesus with European features and an English accent?

I guess they could have shot the movie with all Middle Eastern actors in Aramaic with English subtitles. Would that have made you enjoy the movie more?

The movie was made with the purpose of sending a message (not to win an Academy Award). That message came across loud and clear.

Sorry I antagonized you and I am glad you enjoyed your movie.

[packs]

Nevermind.