The Bible - Jeremiah
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Movie Reviews of The Bible - Jeremiah
Movie Review: Riveting performance by Patrick Dempsey
Summary: 5 Stars
We watched this film portraying the book of Jeremiah from the old Testament last night, having received it as one 4 movies in the box set sold at Amazon.com. called the Bible Series. I look forward to watching the other films in the box set, which like Jeremiah can also be bought as separate DVD's.
The actor chosen to portray Jeremiah is much younger than I had imagined from the reading the text, but Patrick Dempsey does a very fine job in the complex role. The Bible is not a gentle book, and Jeremiah's life was full of violence and death, as he begged first King Jehoiaim and his successor King Zedekiah to repent to the Lord and put a stop to false idol worship. When he conveyed the Lords message (and he was just the messenger) to that the Babylonians would conquer Jerusalem and they should surrender since it was God's will, he was branded a traitor. While not mentioned in the Bible, even his own father, a high priest, turned against him. The reluctant prophet is dragged behind a horse, beaten mercilessly, imprisoned, thrown into a muddy cistern and left to die, starved, imprisoned and beaten again,... all for conveying a message that fell on deaf ears.Nebuchadnezzar the Babylonian King is riveting, and his brief screen appearances convey the power he had at his command. Oliver Reed plays the general who insists on opposing the Babylonians.
The locations chosen to shoot are spectacular, very believable. The sets and costumes are well done. Jeremiah is a very tough book to put on film, and I believe the filmmakers did a commendable job of making into a feature that would flow in a story fashion, while being mostly faithful to the text. It is a movie after all, and all books translated to movies are changed, but nothing that offends in this case. Overall a very enjoyable story, an inspiring story of faith and perseverance.
Movie Review: Biblical, Creative, Inspiring
Summary: 5 Stars
This film demonstrates the tremendous power movies have to inspire and instruct. The production team of Jeremiah did an excellent job of taking a 52 chapter book of the Bible and condensing it accurately to film. The dialogue is Scriptural, creative, and inspiring. The acting is superb. The sets, costumes, and effects are all realistic. But what sets this film apart from other Biblical stories on film is that while some liberties were taken with characters and dialogue, they were both believable and in-line with Scripture. One example ? The character of "Judith". Basically, this young woman is the wife-to-be of Jeremiah. They have a tender relationship, share some adventures together, but never marry. Why ? In the book of Jeremiah, God tells him that he will never marry because of the terrible wrath and destruction the Babylonian armies will bring upon Israel. In creating this character, the writers make the audience feel the pain and devastation such an unction from God would bring--far more than if he had no romantic ties whatsoever. But Judith represents even more. In creating this character, the writers brought to life a living metaphor for all good and lovely things God wanted to give His people to enjoy in their lives--had they been faithful to His commandments. Without this faithfulness to God, He could not bless them with all the good things He loves to bring upon His people. This is just one example of a 'liberty' the writers took that, contrary to most uses of this, greatly enhanced the characters and enriched the story. A definite "must see", for both Jew and Gentile.Movie Review: Biblically Accurate and Wonderfully Inspirational - Highly Recommended
Summary: 5 Stars
This made for TV movie does a wonderful job of translating the Old Testament book of Jeremiah to the screen. This is the last in a series of TV movies on various Old Testament books, and is probably the best of a great series. There are several things that struck me about this movie that I would like to share with potential buyers. First, and very importantly, this story sticks very close to the biblical text. It is a `minimalist' retelling of Jeremiah, there is little or no denominational `spin' on this story. It will be of interest to a wide range of Christian (and Jewish) believers. Second, this movie is just filled with wonderfully inspirational Biblical messages. The most fundamental is, of course, have faith in God, but this film examines issues of faith, submitting to God's will, and a host of others. Truly thought provoking for any Christian. Third, the acting, at least by the main characters, is quite well done. Fourth, the sets are fantastic. This was filmed I believe in Morocco, not in Jerusalem or anywhere else in Palestine, but the whole movie has a `Biblical' feel to it. If I had any negative complaint about the film, it would be that the performances of many (most?) of the supporting actors and actress was poor. They seemed stiff and not really interested in participating in the action. A (very) minor quibble though. A well written, well acted inspirational film that I highly recommend.Movie Review: quite accurate and Biblically inspiring!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of our all time favorite films, from Bible type movies. The message is very close to the Scriptures, and any artistic license/poetic license is not outside of Biblical possibility. A message of repentance comes thru clearly, and with sadness of punishment...you also end with hopes of deliverance and blessing (like any typical Biblical prophetic message in the Holy Scriptures). Very good film, done well, you won't regret buying and watching over and over. Very surprising that this is so enjoyable and accurate. Add this to your Bible collection shelf!Movie Review: Wonderful re telling of the story of one a great prophet
Summary: 5 Stars
Patrick Dempsey gives an outstanding performance in playing Jeremiah. The entire story is biblically accurate and unlike most Bible stories told by Hollywood, does not try to make this a human interest story, but instead tells the story of what happens to nations who do not obey God's word.
You get the feeling of truly being in Pre Christian Jerusalem, and of the failings of the nation of Judah.
A must see for all who want to learn more about the Holy Bible. I highly recommend this DVD