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A religious drama on the life of Abraham from the book of Genesis in the Old Testament of the Bible. Richard Harris, Vittorio Gassman, Barbara Hershey and Maximilian Schell headline the cast.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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This is a fantasic piece of acting by Richard Harris. My attention was held throughout the entire film. And when it ended I was left wanting more. So much so that opened my Bible to learn more about Abraham. This film really does bring the Bible to life. Well done.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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Joseph Sargent, director of countless TV episodes and movies of everything from `Star Trek' and `Gunsmoke' to the movie `Jaws: The Revenge', does an admirable job of telling the story of Abraham here over 3 hours. It certainly has an authentic feel to it, but critically it scores plaudits for portraying Abraham in such a human, down to earth and easy to understand way.
Richard Harris heads a starry cast, making us really believe in the reality of a man who became the father of nations. All the key moments are shown, through from deciding to leave Haran for Egypt, through to the births of his sons Ishmael and Isaac, and the final altar scene with Isaac. This is an apt place to end, for the underlying theme shown is that of sacrifice and loving God above all. When sacrificing, Isaac is reminded by his father to `pick the lamb you love the most, for in this way you are showing God you put him before all'. It is this underlying understanding of the seemingly old fashioned concept of burnt sacrifice that is all too relevant to us today.
For a TV movie, the production values are not bad, and mostly on location - the only let down moment being the destruction of Sodom which is only glimpsed and what we do glimpse is poorly done.
However, the restrained way in which the other key events are shown are very realistic, and the cast all add significant gravitas to proceedings. Other key performers are Maximillian Schell as the Pharaoh - surprisingly effective, and Barbara Hershey as Sara, Abrahams wife.
Recommended not just for those already familiar with the story, but as a good summary for those discovering the story for the first time.
Richard Harris heads a starry cast, making us really believe in the reality of a man who became the father of nations. All the key moments are shown, through from deciding to leave Haran for Egypt, through to the births of his sons Ishmael and Isaac, and the final altar scene with Isaac. This is an apt place to end, for the underlying theme shown is that of sacrifice and loving God above all. When sacrificing, Isaac is reminded by his father to `pick the lamb you love the most, for in this way you are showing God you put him before all'. It is this underlying understanding of the seemingly old fashioned concept of burnt sacrifice that is all too relevant to us today.
For a TV movie, the production values are not bad, and mostly on location - the only let down moment being the destruction of Sodom which is only glimpsed and what we do glimpse is poorly done.
However, the restrained way in which the other key events are shown are very realistic, and the cast all add significant gravitas to proceedings. Other key performers are Maximillian Schell as the Pharaoh - surprisingly effective, and Barbara Hershey as Sara, Abrahams wife.
Recommended not just for those already familiar with the story, but as a good summary for those discovering the story for the first time.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By L. Doone
Format:DVD
I'm so pleased with this DVD. It is Biblically accurate which is very important. A movie the family can enjoy.
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The Bible - Abraham (DVD)
I have chosen this rating beause this film was involving. One could put yourself into this film and see which character you would be in it. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Caroline Woods
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Great Film
Great film with great actors. A really good adaptation of the true biblical story and I was really impressed with it.
Published 2 months ago by Sue
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Film to use in RE
This is one of the best films I've seen. It portrays Abraham as a searching man whose faith is constantly challenged by God. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Marek
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truly worth buying
have difficulty understanding the bible? you wont after watching this.
superbly acted (not hollywood) but as close to the bible as you can get. Read more
superbly acted (not hollywood) but as close to the bible as you can get. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Blix
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stirring and engaging story despite innacuracies
A stirring and engaging story of Abraham's life with excellent casting, dialogue , cinematography and scenery. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Gary Selikow
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the bible
if you have any interest in the bible this dvd is the one for you,it contains all the information you need to get you started,full of useful information.
Published 14 months ago by beryl
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The Birth of a Religion...
Of all "The Bible" series of DVD, this film is perhaps the most truthful, only because so little is known of Abraham. Read more
Published on 7 July 2010 by Spin
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THE BIBLE ABRAHAM
First i purchased THE BIBLE JOSEPH WHICH IS A MUST TO BUY,YES I AM PLEASED I PURCHASED THE BIBLE ABRAHAM AND THIS DVD IS WELL WORTH WATCHING THANKYOU BOTH RECOMMENDED
Published on 31 May 2009 by J. Wilcock
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The story of Abraham
Richard Harris gives a superb performance as the patriarch Abraham. We understand why his father Terah worshiped other gods. This is the priesthood before the law.
Published on 7 April 2009 by Mr. M. K. Jones
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