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A brand new adaptation of the greatest story ever told – the birth of Jesus Christ…
Mary counts her blessings when her parents arrange to marry her to a local carpenter, Joseph.
He has a good heart, but when she falls mysteriously pregnant, he can’t accept her explanation. He must, however, set aside his anger, to save her life – by allowing her to travel with him to a faraway town… Bethlehem.
The tyranny of Herod, search of the Magi, and the Earthly troubles of the lowly shepherds are all explored in this visually stunning film. It renders beautifully a classic tale and reveals that behind the traditional, there is a universal and very human story. A story of two people: a young, scared girl with a momentous role in history and the kind man who loves her. This unique take on the story of the Nativity explores the troubled times of turn–of–the–millennium Judea, bringing legend to vibrant life.
Mary counts her blessings when her parents arrange to marry her to a local carpenter, Joseph.
He has a good heart, but when she falls mysteriously pregnant, he can’t accept her explanation. He must, however, set aside his anger, to save her life – by allowing her to travel with him to a faraway town… Bethlehem.
The tyranny of Herod, search of the Magi, and the Earthly troubles of the lowly shepherds are all explored in this visually stunning film. It renders beautifully a classic tale and reveals that behind the traditional, there is a universal and very human story. A story of two people: a young, scared girl with a momentous role in history and the kind man who loves her. This unique take on the story of the Nativity explores the troubled times of turn–of–the–millennium Judea, bringing legend to vibrant life.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2.4 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 ), English ( Subtitles ), ANAMORPHIC WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Anamorphic Widescreen, Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: Tony Jordan's unique take on the story of The Nativity explores the troubled times of Roman occupied Palestine, bringing legend to life but rooting the action in a world we can all recognise and understand. Mary is a seemingly ordinary, spirited 16-year-old girl, who counts her blessings when her parents arrange to marry her to a local carpenter, Joseph. He may be older, and have simple ways, but Joseph has a good heart. But when she falls pregnant, supposedly a virgin, she brings shame upon her family and the threat of death upon herself. At her father's desperate plea, Joseph nevertheless agrees to save Mary by allowing her to travel with him to a faraway town... Bethlehem. Meanwhile wise scholars watching the movements of the stars, realise that an ancient prophecy is about to be fulfilled, the coming of the Messiah. Just as their courage and faith seems tested to the limit, their paths converge in the unlikeliest of places and suddenly, it seems that the impossible might just be possible after all... ...The Nativity
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69 of 69 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Contray to the review already posted Mr Salamon this version of events, which whilst not 100% biblical, is without doubt the best and most accurate attempt to tell the story of the Nativity to date. The portrayal of both Joseph and Mary reveals just how human they were.
Jospehs doubts and the treatment of Mary at the hands of the other women in Nazarath (Calling her a Whore etc) are both culturally and biblically accurate.
It is true that the story of the Wisemen is somewhat condensed from the biblical verion but thats only because of the constraints of the time allowed in filming. Both the story of the shepherds and the wise men as seen here reflect the cultural, polictical and socal aspects of the times in a very realistic manner. Also Mr Salamon should note that whilst the bible does not specifically say that the wise men went to Bethleham it also doesn't say that they didn't. Certainly thats where they were directed. Bethelhem being the place the prophets had predicted all this would happen. Plus Mr Salamon over looks the story of Mary and Jospeh fleeing to Egypt following the Wise Mens visit.
In short this is magnificent story telling, which given the obvisous contstraints of T.V., is accurate and, in the main true to the source material. This serial actually helps to shed real light on what actually happened and I for one, as a Church Minister, have yet to meet a Chritian who has had any real objections to this what so ever.
Great acting, wonderful direction, great set peices and about an accurate version of the story as we could hope for. Throughly recommended.
Jospehs doubts and the treatment of Mary at the hands of the other women in Nazarath (Calling her a Whore etc) are both culturally and biblically accurate.
It is true that the story of the Wisemen is somewhat condensed from the biblical verion but thats only because of the constraints of the time allowed in filming. Both the story of the shepherds and the wise men as seen here reflect the cultural, polictical and socal aspects of the times in a very realistic manner. Also Mr Salamon should note that whilst the bible does not specifically say that the wise men went to Bethleham it also doesn't say that they didn't. Certainly thats where they were directed. Bethelhem being the place the prophets had predicted all this would happen. Plus Mr Salamon over looks the story of Mary and Jospeh fleeing to Egypt following the Wise Mens visit.
In short this is magnificent story telling, which given the obvisous contstraints of T.V., is accurate and, in the main true to the source material. This serial actually helps to shed real light on what actually happened and I for one, as a Church Minister, have yet to meet a Chritian who has had any real objections to this what so ever.
Great acting, wonderful direction, great set peices and about an accurate version of the story as we could hope for. Throughly recommended.
31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I found this BBC drama very moving and I think that any retelling of the most famous story in history is a good thing, even if perhaps it veers a little from the gospels. I'm glad that the BBC produced it as it's important that we don't forget the true meaning of Christmas as so many people nowadays do.
26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Unlike the first reviewer, my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this BBC film, first shown last year, and can't wait for the DVD to arrive. Yes, there may be some historical inaccuracies and literary licence, but don't let that put you off this excellent production. It is beautifully filmed and scripted and the characters really come alive. The whole experience was very moving - keep some tissues handy!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
The Nativity DVD
A very good DVD and we thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. Arrived in good time and packaging was great as usual
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Completed the circle....
I think this is a marvellous production....not strictly Biblical, but that's ok. The culture of the time is understood and the speculation, hypotheses or "missing links" - whatever... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Penny M
This is not what happened: this is not what it says in the bible...
We were very excited to see this nativity, but we had to turn it off after a while. It's not help to faith. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Christopher Kavanagh
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I came across a reference to this two part TV movie by accident and thought I'd try it with little expectation. Read more
Published 4 months ago by denis
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Probably the most realistic version of the Nativity I have ever seen. In my opinion this is probably what it really would have been like. Read more
Published 4 months ago by TT
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This dvd was a very thought provoking version of a very familiar biblical narrative. It was written in a very challenging way and from a completely different viewpoint. Read more
Published 4 months ago by ibv
Excellent!
First class portrayal of the event that changed the world. Well acted with great perspectives on the various people involved in the situation. Read more
Published 4 months ago by B. Thomas
Excellent production
Having failed to video this production of the nativity when it was televised in December 2010, I was delighted when the DVD was eventually available just before Christmas 2011. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Customer
Great acting
The Nativity is an awesome film. True to the biblical account of the birth of Jesus and wonderfully thought provoking. Read more
Published 5 months ago by rebekahpiano08
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