Years ago I read the whole Bible through; and when I finished the Old Testament book of Esther I said, 'That should be a movie'. Well 6 years later I want my royalties. It is fascinating to see Bible characters come to life. I forget that people didn't really speak, "Verily, thus and saith", but had real conversations, like you and I, complete with silliness, emotion and sarcasm.
Take the time to read the 10 chapters of the book of Esther before seeing this picture! If you don't own a Bible then find one on-line and read it first (biblegateway.com); because it will make what you see come that much more to life.
I loved the part where Haman was forced to parade Mordecai, his mortal enemy, through the streets. I never picked up on the love story prior to seeing this in film form though. That's the magical part of the Bible and it's stories - it's as simple as the dumbest person, and as complex as the smartest genius simultaneously.
This picture is very good; I think it does wonderful justice to both the Jewish people and Christian believers alike. Among the Faithful or not; check it out regardless.
Take the time to read the 10 chapters of the book of Esther before seeing this picture! If you don't own a Bible then find one on-line and read it first (biblegateway.com); because it will make what you see come that much more to life.
I loved the part where Haman was forced to parade Mordecai, his mortal enemy, through the streets. I never picked up on the love story prior to seeing this in film form though. That's the magical part of the Bible and it's stories - it's as simple as the dumbest person, and as complex as the smartest genius simultaneously.
This picture is very good; I think it does wonderful justice to both the Jewish people and Christian believers alike. Among the Faithful or not; check it out regardless.