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Mary, Mother of Jesus

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This Biblical story of Jesus Christ is told through the eyes of the Virgin Mary (Pernilla August). Raised in Nazareth, Mary is betrothed to Joseph (David Threlfall) when the angel Gabriel appears to her, announcing that she is chosen to give birth to the messianic son of God, who will be conceived by the Holy Spirit. During a journey to Bethlehem for a Roman census, Mary gives birth to Jesus (Christian Bale), and later is witness to her son's miracles, as well as his persecution and crucifixion.

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Mike DeWolfe Apollo Guide 01/01/2000
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Ginger G. @ginger.genx Dec 2 I'm recommending to friends. See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Nov 26 Telling one of the most revered stories in human history with intimacy and emotional clarity, Mary, Mother of Jesus presents a thoughtful and reverent portrait of the woman whose life helped shape the foundation of Christianity. While many biblical films focus primarily on Jesus himself, this one shifts the lens to Mary’s journey—her faith, her fears, and her profound responsibility as the mother of the Messiah. It’s a grounded and sincere approach that immediately sets the film apart. The casting elevates the story immensely. The ensemble is carefully chosen and works beautifully together, allowing viewers to walk through Mary’s life not as a distant historical figure but as a real mother navigating extraordinary circumstances. The film succeeds in humanizing her without diminishing the divine nature of the story, showing how her compassion, strength, and devotion shaped the man Jesus would ultimately become. It’s a perspective rarely explored with this much depth. Direction plays a major role in bringing authenticity to the narrative. The filmmaker clearly understood the importance of honoring the biblical text while also crafting a cinematic experience, and the result is a balance of scriptural faithfulness and emotional resonance. The pacing occasionally stumbles, but even in those moments the heart of the film remains intact, guided by a steady vision that respects both the subject matter and the audience. The screenplay is surprisingly rich, demonstrating clear research and a strong grasp of the historical and spiritual themes at play. While not every creative decision lands perfectly—few religious films avoid uneven moments entirely—the writing stays focused on Mary’s personal evolution. By giving attention to her inner life, the film allows viewers to engage with the familiar story in a way that feels personal rather than purely doctrinal. Visually and tonally, the film carries a sense of warmth and reverence. It maintains a respectful atmosphere without feeling overly sanitized or distant. Moments of hardship carry emotional weight, and moments of joy are allowed to truly shine. This sincerity helps the film connect with both faith-based audiences and those simply looking for a compelling narrative rooted in history and humanity. Ultimately, Mary, Mother of Jesus is a heartfelt, engaging, and surprisingly vibrant exploration of one of Christianity’s most important figures. It honors the biblical story while offering a fresh emotional perspective, and it delivers its message with care and sincerity. Whether viewed as a spiritual experience or simply as a historical drama, it’s a film well worth watching and one that carries a meaningful, lasting impact. See more Moana T Aug 31 A beautiful movie for those of us who are believers and followers of Yeshua and such a respectful and thoughtful depiction of women from this period of time in the context of this culture. I loved this movie ❤️❤️ See more Suzi Q Apr 4 For crying out loud stop making films about Jesus and Mary whatever other BS religions See more Pickatcu 1 05/28/2023 6.4/10 I've been wanting to see this movie for a while just out of curiosity...you don't see Christian Bale as Jesus Christ every day especially in a TV movie. The plot of this movie was classic but very very fast paced to the point where I thought it wasn't going to end in the resurrection of Jesus... surprisingly it did.To tell the truth I was glad that he showed them so soon and it was no longer than two hours unlike others of similar content. Its cast as well as the soundtrack were good,nothing great but good.Her settings were classic and predictable, I don't blame her for that, after all the movie tried and relied on the Bible and the writings of the Christian religion as everyone surely knew them. Its ending is also quite predictable. In short, if anyone really wants to see a quick Christian movie about Jesus Christ starring Christian Bale in surely he can see this one, apart from that there is no other reason for anyone to see this film, let alone few people even know about it and I am not surprised by this particular fact. See more 04/17/2014 Think I cried a million tears. Christian bale is amazing as Jesus. So many emotions in two hours! I could not have done what Mary did! See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis This Biblical story of Jesus Christ is told through the eyes of the Virgin Mary (Pernilla August). Raised in Nazareth, Mary is betrothed to Joseph (David Threlfall) when the angel Gabriel appears to her, announcing that she is chosen to give birth to the messianic son of God, who will be conceived by the Holy Spirit. During a journey to Bethlehem for a Roman census, Mary gives birth to Jesus (Christian Bale), and later is witness to her son's miracles, as well as his persecution and crucifixion.
Director
Kevin Connor
Producer
Howard Ellis
Screenwriter
Albert Ross
Production Co
Hallmark Entertainment
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 30, 2016
Runtime
1h 37m
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